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Virat Kohli is the most Australian non-Australian cricketer, says Greg Chappell

IANS | May 12, 2025 6:18 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) As Virat Kohli bids farewell to Test cricket, tributes have poured in from all corners of the cricketing world. Former Australia captain and ex-India coach Greg Chappell described Kohli as “the most influential figure in Indian cricket history” — even surpassing the iconic Sachin Tendulkar in terms of cultural and psychological impact.

Khelo India prepares young grapplers for the international grind with two-day weigh-in

IANS | May 12, 2025 5:17 PM

Patna, May 12 (IANS) Khelo India Youth Games 2025 Bihar has taken critical steps to familiarise young wrestlers with international rules, especially with the competitions in each weight category spreading over two days and requiring the grapplers to make weight on both days.

'You offered me a thread from your late father, ' Sachin recalls Kohli's thoughtful gesture during his last Test

IANS | May 12, 2025 5:01 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) As the charismatic batter Virat Kohli drew curtains on his stellar Test cricket career, India legend Sachin Tendulkar recalled his last Test when Kohli offered him a thread from his late father as a gift and extended his best wishes to the modern-day great for his special Test career.

He became a legend, but that spot has to be earned, says Madan Lal on Virat's Test retirement

IANS | May 12, 2025 4:23 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) Former India all-rounder Madan Lal paid rich tribute to Virat Kohli following the latter’s sudden retirement from Test cricket, calling his journey “phenomenal” while reminding the next generation that the place Kohli vacates must be earned, not given.

Best of Virat Kohli's innings that stamped his authority as modern-day great

IANS | May 12, 2025 3:34 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) From his debut century in Adelaide to a fighting knock in Perth, Virat Kohli’s Test career has been full of powerful performances. He showed great skill and determination, whether playing in tough overseas conditions or leading the team at home. These special innings were not just about scoring runs - they showed his passion, focus, and love for the game.

Hunger in heart, fire in belly and pride in every stride: Legends applaud 'modern day giant' Kohli’s Test legacy

IANS | May 12, 2025 3:10 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) After one of the greatest batters to don the Test whites for India Virat Kohli shocked many with his decision to step down from the longest format, former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh hailed the ‘fighter’ spirit that 36-year-old displayed in Tests and said he was proud of what the talismanic batter has achieved.

Whites off, crown intact: Tributes pour in as Virat Kohli bids adieu to Test cricket

IANS | May 12, 2025 1:00 PM

New Delhi, May 12 (IANS) The Cricket fraternity extended tribute to the legendary Indian batter Virat Kohli after the Indian stalwart hung up his boots from Test cricket, finishing an illustrious career with 9,230 runs in 123 matches, including a stellar 30 centuries and 31 fifties.

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Virat Kohli is the most Australian non-Australian cricketer, says Greg Chappell

Khelo India prepares young grapplers for the international grind with two-day weigh-in

'You offered me a thread from your late father, ' Sachin recalls Kohli's thoughtful gesture during his last Test

He became a legend, but that spot has to be earned, says Madan Lal on Virat's Test retirement

Best of Virat Kohli's innings that stamped his authority as modern-day great

Hunger in heart, fire in belly and pride in every stride: Legends applaud 'modern day giant' Kohli’s Test legacy

Whites off, crown intact: Tributes pour in as Virat Kohli bids adieu to Test cricket

End of an era: Virat Kohli announces retirement from Test cricket

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