The BCCI official breaks the silence on Virat Kohli by considering the retirement of the tests: “Request …”

In a decision that sent undulations through the Indian Cricket Fraternity, the Talismanic striker Virat Kohli would have expressed his desire to withdraw from the test cricket. According to sources close to the Cricket Control Council in India (BCCI), the 36 -year -old faithful recently communicated his intention to move away from the longest format of the game. Kohli, who made his debut in the test in 2011, was the cornerstone of the resurgence of the red ball of India over the past decade. Its aggressive captain, its prolific striker and its unequaled intensity have contributed to transforming India into a formidable test side in the country and abroad. With more than 9,000 points and 30 centuries in the format, the presence of Kohli in the fold was nothing less than the emblematic.

However, the BCCI is not yet ready to abandon the veteran striker. Sources indicate that senior officials have contacted Kohli, urging him to reconsider his decision, in particular with important tours on the horizon. India should embark on a difficult foreign calendar, including tours in England and Australia – series where Kohli’s experience could prove invaluable.

“He is always incredibly in good shape and hungry. His presence in the locker room raises the whole team,” said a senior BCCI official on condition of anonymity. “We asked him to take some time before making a last call.”

Although Kohli did not make any public declaration on the issue, fans and former cricket players flooded social media with support messages, hoping that modern legend gives another passat. For the moment, Indian cricket is waiting – with a breath.

Earlier, Captain of India Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from the test cricket on Wednesday. Kohli also thinks in the same direction will leave the order of hitting the red ball of India largely on the shoulders of young people in the new cycle of the world testing championship (WTC), starting with the five -game test series against England in Leeds on June 20.