The Indian cricket team led by Shubman Gill scripted history by defeating the English squad by 336 runs in the 2nd test match of the 5-match series.
Following India’s resounding victory at Edgbaston, the Indian cricketer Virat Kohli took a moment on social media to commend the team’s performance. He described it as a “great victory” and highlighted the fearless approach shown by the players. Virat Kohli especially praised Shubman Gill for his leadership, both with the bat and in the field, and lauded the impactful bowling by Mohammed Siraj and Akash Deep.
He tweeted, “Fearless and kept pushing England to the wall. Brilliantly led by Shubman with the bat and in the field and impactful performances from everyone. Special mention to Siraj and Akash for the way they bowled on this pitch.”
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Though Virat Kohli’s words came from the sidelines, the absence of the former Test captain is still deeply felt among fans. His decision earlier this year to step away from red-ball cricket has left a void, especially poignant in matches played under English skies, conditions where Virat Kohli has often delivered some of his most memorable performances.
Television actor Nakuul Mehta voiced what many fans have been quietly feeling. Responding to Virat Kohli’s post, he tweeted, “Feels so strange to see a Kohli tweet like the other retired cricketers. He should/could have been playing and making a pile of runs on these English pitches. Come out of this premature retirement!”
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Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket back in May. In a heartfelt note, he reflected on his 14-year journey in the format. He admitted it was a difficult decision but felt it was the right moment to move on. Expressing gratitude to his teammates, fans and all who supported him, Kohli said that he would always look back on his Test career “with pride and a smile”.
Even as the new era under Shubman Gill shows great promise, Virat Kohli’s words and fans’ responses underline just how much his legacy in whites continues to resonate.
