Virat Kohli, the Indian cricket icon, has recently found himself in the crosshairs of the County Championship after rumors of his potential Test retirement surfaced. The X handle of the County Championship took a sly dig at Kohli, suggesting he might be avoiding the challenge of facing England’s formidable fast bowlers. In a ten-second video posted on X, featuring Gus Atkinson and Josh Tongue dismantling stumps in the ongoing four-day tournament, the caption read: “We don’t blame you, Virat.”
Kohli’s recent form has been under scrutiny, particularly after a lackluster performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Australia. Despite a promising start with a century in Perth, he managed only 190 runs across nine innings, raising questions about his consistency in the longer format.
Since his Test debut in 2011, Kohli has been a cornerstone of Indian cricket, amassing 9,230 runs in 123 Tests at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries. His leadership as captain has also been remarkable, with 40 victories in 68 matches.
We don’t blame you Virat https://t.co/cwuevL7Lrs pic.twitter.com/kK86e3AGHE
— Rothesay County Championship (@CountyChamp) May 10, 2025
Kohli’s Rollercoaster Journey in England
Kohli’s history in England has been a tale of two extremes. The 2014 series was a nightmare for the batting maestro, as he managed a mere 134 runs in five matches. However, he silenced critics in emphatic fashion during the 2018 tour, racking up 578 runs at an impressive average of 57.8, proving his mettle on English soil.
With Rohit Sharma already retired and Kohli potentially bowing out, Team India faces a daunting task ahead of their England tour. The lack of experience in the squad could pose significant challenges for head coach Gautam Gambhir and the team management.
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