Virat Kohli saying he wants to retire from Test cricket marks the end of a thunderous era - a reign forged in grit, fire, and audacity. It closes the chapter on the most transformative figure in Indian cricket since Sachin Tendulkar;

India's cricket icon Virat Kohli has communicated to the national cricket board BCCI his wish to retire from Test cricket, media reports said.

Brian Lara has voiced strong support for Virat Kohli, dismissing reports of the Indian star's potential Test retirement. Lara believes Kohli's continued presence is vital for Test cricket and predicts he will maintain a high average.