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Virat Kohli Says Goodbye as India’s Most Successful Test Captain

Virat Kohli has stepped down as India’s Test cricket captain, ending a memorable chapter in Indian cricket. He led the Indian team for seven years and became the most successful Test captain in the country’s history. Fans, players, and cricket experts around the world praised his leadership, passion, and determination.

Kohli took over as Test captain in 2014, following the retirement of M.S. Dhoni from the role. From the start, he brought energy and aggression to the team. He pushed his teammates to stay fit, train hard, and play to win. Under his captaincy, India won 40 out of 68 Test matches, the highest number of Test wins by any Indian captain so far.

Kohli helped the team win important series at home and abroad. He led India to historic series wins against Australia in their own backyard, something no Indian team had done before. He also helped India stay on top in Test rankings for several years. His leadership changed the mindset of the team and made them strong competitors in every condition.

While stepping down, Kohli thanked the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), former head coach Ravi Shastri, and his teammates for their support. He said that leading the Indian team was a great honor and that he always gave his 100 percent on and off the field. He also shared his gratitude with fans, who supported him through good times and tough ones.

Cricket fans will remember Kohli not just for his captaincy, but also for his batting. As captain, he scored over 5,800 Test runs and hit 20 centuries. His performance inspired many young cricketers in India and around the world.

Now that Kohli has stepped down, the team will enter a new phase with a new leader. But his legacy as a captain who led with courage, heart, and vision will remain an important part of Indian cricket history.