Virat Kohli’s Test retirement has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world, and his childhood coach, Rajkumar Sharma, has now poured his heart out in an emotional tribute. Sharma took to Instagram to reflect on Kohli’s incredible journey—from a young boy with big dreams to a cricketing legend.
“From a young boy with dreams in his eyes to a legend who conquered the red-ball arena—your journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, Virat. Watching you grow, fight, lead, and inspire has been the greatest joy of my life. You’ve redefined passion and dedication. Test cricket will miss your fire, but your legacy will live forever. I’m proud of you, Virat Kohli,” Sharma wrote.
In a heartfelt video shared on Twitter, Sharma was visibly emotional as he spoke about Kohli’s departure from Test cricket. His words echoed the sentiments of millions of cricket fans who have cherished Kohli’s contributions to the sport.
“Emotionally, it hurts that we won’t see him in white anymore” – Rajkumar Sharma
In an interview with ANI, Sharma expressed his pride in Kohli’s achievements but admitted it was hard to digest the news of his retirement. “As a coach, I am immensely proud of what he has accomplished for Indian cricket and the example he has set for young players. However, it’s emotionally challenging to accept that we won’t see him in whites again,” he said.
Sharma also shared his optimism for Kohli’s future, particularly in the upcoming World Cup. “It’s unfortunate that we lost the finals this year, but I’m confident that with Virat’s unwavering commitment, we’ll lift the World Cup for India soon,” he added enth. As the cricketing world bids farewell to one of its greatest Test players, Kohli’s legacy will undoubtedly continue to inspire generations to come.
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