Virat Kohli Announces Test Retirement, Spotted with Anushka Sharma at Delhi Airport

New Delhi, May 13 — In a surprising development that has sent ripples through the cricketing world, Team India star batter Virat Kohli has announced his retirement from Test cricket. Just hours after the announcement, Kohli and his wife, actor-producer Anushka Sharma, were seen at the Delhi airport, where they were mobbed by fans and media before quietly making their way to their car.

The 36-year-old, widely regarded as one of the greatest modern-day cricketers, confirmed the news in a heartfelt Instagram post on Monday, following earlier reports on May 10 that he had informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) about his decision.

“It’s not easy to walk away from something you’ve given everything to,” Kohli wrote in the post. “But the timing feels right, and I leave with my head held high, proud of the journey.”

Kohli bows out as India’s fourth-highest run-scorer in Test cricket with 9,230 runs from 123 matches. His leadership has been equally historic—he captained India in 68 Tests, winning 40 of them, making him the most successful Indian Test captain to date. Under his leadership, India claimed a historic Test series win in Australia and maintained an unblemished home record.

Anushka Sharma also paid tribute to her husband’s illustrious red-ball career through an emotional Instagram post, lauding his passion and resilience.

“They’ll talk about the records and milestones — but I’ll remember the tears you never showed, the battles no one saw,” she wrote. “You’ve earned every bit of this goodbye.”

Kohli’s decision has sparked emotional reactions from fans, former players, and cricketing figures worldwide, many of whom have lauded his contributions and unmatched intensity in the longest format of the game.

As Kohli steps away from Test cricket, his legacy remains etched in Indian cricket history — as a fierce competitor, a transformative leader, and a role model for future generations.