In what has been the latest development as per the reports in Times of India, it is learned that Virat Kohli is not keen to change his retirement decision. The batter may stand firm on his decision and won’t be travelling to England for the five-match series.
India National Cricket Team batter Virat Kohli made the headlines after the reports of his Test retirement did the rounds. The right-hander told the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that he is moving away from the format and won’t be featuring in the five-match Test series.
However, it was also learned that BCCI has asked him to rethink his decision as they want him to play for a few more years. There were also reports which stated that the governing body would ask influential figures to convince Virat Kohli to change his decision.
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But the batter may stand firm on his decision and will be retiring from Tests. The source close to the developments claimed that the batter won’t change his decision, and the final call will be taken close to the selection meeting. Speaking to the Times of India, he said:
“Kohli had informed the selectors two weeks ago (about his desire to quit Tests). They were trying to persuade him to play in the Test series against England. However, he is still firm on his stance. The final call will come close to the selection meeting next week.”
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