Virat Kohli to retire? India star set to follow in Rohit Sharma's footsteps and announce retirement from Tests - Report

According to the Indian Express, former India national cricket team captain Virat Kohli is all set to retire from Test cricket. 

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The report claims that Kohli has reportedly made up his mind and has informed his decision to the BCCI, however, top officials of the board have urged him to reconsider his decision.

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The news comes just days after Indian Test and ODI captain Rohit Sharma formally announced his retirement from the longest format. 

Earlier this week, Sharma took to social media to inform the world that he has made up his mind on bringing the curtains down on his red-ball career.

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Virat Kohli set to retire from Test cricket - Informs BCCI of his decision

A source close to the BCCI has reportedly told the Indian Express, "He has made up his mind and has informed the board that he is moving on from Test cricket. The BCCI has urged him to rethink as the crucial England tour is coming up. He is yet to revert on the request."

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The IE report further adds that the veteran Indian star has been contemplating retirement since the Border-Gavaskar Trophy earlier this year, where his performance remained below par, barring one century.

If Kohli remains firm on his stance, it will be a huge blow for the Indian team, who are scheduled to travel to England next month for a five-match Test series in the English summer.

How has Virat Kohli performed in Tests?

Kohli has been one of the finest Test batters India have ever produced. He has scored a staggering 9230 runs in 123 matches at an average of 46.90 and has scored 30 centuries.