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“Can’t believe you are done”: Ex-India head coach’s heartfelt message to Kohli

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In a heartfelt response to legendary Virat Kohli's retirement from Test cricket, former Indian head coach Ravi Shastri has expressed his surprise and admiration for the accomplished batsman. Kohli announced his decision to retire from Test cricket on Monday, concluding a distinguished career that spanned almost fourteen years.

Shastri, who served as India's head coach, shared a close professional relationship with Kohli, and their collaboration was instrumental in India’s resurgence in Test cricket.

"Can’t believe you are done. You are a modern-day GIANT and were a fantastic ambassador for Test match cricket in every way you played and captained. Thank you for the lasting memories you’ve given to everyone, and to me in particular. It’s something I will cherish for life. Go well, champ. God bless," Shastri wrote on X. 

Kohli, during his career, scored 9,230 runs from 123 Tests at an average of 46.85, including 30 hundreds and 31 fifties. His retirement came just ahead of India’s tour of England for five Tests in June.

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