New Delhi: As paid tribute to Virat Kohli Test cricket On 12 May, the heartiest message of Congress MP Shashi Tharoor stood out – lamenting the absence of a farewell match for the former Indian captain “immortal in whites” and India’s biggest sports icon.Tharur, a known cricket enthusiast, shared a poignant note on social media, as well as a photo from his first and only meeting with Kohli during the early days of the later international career. In his message, Tharoor recalled how he had praised Kohli in all formats, but held a special reverence for his performance in Test cricket.Go beyond the border with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!Tharoor wrote on X, “When I met Amar @imvkohli face to face at the beginning of my career, when he was on his way to become that legend, which we praised everyone,” Tharoor wrote on X. Who is that IPL player?“I have seen him batting in various formats and praised him the most in tests. I am really sad to see him so soon, so unexpectedly, even without a farewell test match at home. Why, Virat? We all still need you!”Kohli, who ended his test journey at the age of 36, shocked the cricket world by announcing his decision through Instagram. In over 123 tests, he scored 9,230 runs, including 30 centuries, and redefined India’s foreign ambitions as both a batsman and leader.
Tharoor’s emotional appeal catchs a broader feeling – Kohli’s sudden exit has left a void which is beyond the number. As India is ready for the next World Test Championship cycle, the debate on Kohli’s shoes begins. But for now, the cricket world stops to salute a modern-day gladiator, which made Test cricket indulge in a thrilling, intense and depth.
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