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The heartbeat of a billion: What Virat Kohli meant to India

The heartbeat of a billion: What Virat Kohli meant to India

Summary

Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket after a 14-year career, surprising the cricket world and India, whose team will soon tour England. Kohli, a central figure in Indian cricket, became famous for his outstanding achievements and influence both on and off the field.

Key Facts

  • Virat Kohli announced he is retiring from Test cricket after 14 years.
  • Kohli's announcement comes shortly after Rohit Sharma, another important player, also quit Test cricket.
  • India will play a five-match Test series in England without their two experienced batters.
  • Kohli has over 270 million followers on Instagram, where he shared his retirement news.
  • Kohli led India to victory in the Under-19 World Cup in 2008 and made his ODI debut in 2009.
  • He was the youngest member of India's 2011 ODI World Cup-winning team.
  • Kohli is known for his passionate and intense style on the field.
  • He is the third highest run-scorer in ODIs and has the best average among those with over 100 matches.
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