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Virat Kohli’s Grey Beard Sparks Major Conversations on X
Virat Kohli’s latest picture from England has raised concerns about his ODI future. (Picture Credit: X)
On Friday, fans of Virat Kohli experienced a significant reaction after the Indian cricket star was spotted in the UK with an unusually grey beard. While Indian cricketers often unveil new styles and haircuts, the 36-year-old former captain’s new look has fans speculating about his future in the sport.
Virat Kohli Announces Retirement from Tests
Kohli, widely recognized as one of the best Test players of his era, surprised the cricket world when he announced his retirement from Test cricket earlier this year. Fans took to social media, questioning why Kohli, known for pushing fitness standards in the dressing room, chose to step back from a format he loved at just 36. Many were left wondering why he didn’t strive to reach the milestone of 10,000 Test runs or enhance his batting average before retiring.
In his heartfelt farewell post on Instagram, Kohli reflected on his 14-year journey in Test cricket, expressing profound sentiments about the format. “Playing in whites has been deeply personal. It’s a journey filled with challenges that have shaped me,” he stated. “As I step away, it feels right, even if it’s difficult.”
The Reason Behind the Beard
Attending a charity event in the UK, Kohli humorously revealed the true reason for his retirement from Test cricket, saying, “I just coloured my beard two days ago. You know it’s time when you are colouring your beard every four days.”
Concerns Over ODI Retirement
While his lighthearted explanation about his beard may not be taken seriously, fans are anxious that Kohli, who has already retired from T20I and ODI formats, might also exit the ODI scene soon. Many are left wondering about his commitment to the upcoming ODI World Cup.
To soothe his fans, Kohli recently shared an Instagram story of himself training in London, preparing for the upcoming ODI series in Australia. He concluded his Test cricket journey with 9,230 runs in 123 matches, ranking as India’s fourth-highest run-scorer in this format.
