Earlier in the day, Kohli took to Instagram to announce the end of his Test career. Accompanied by a photo of himself in India’s iconic white Test jersey, Kohli shared a heartfelt message reflecting on his 14-year journey in the format.

Indians cricket fans were left stunned when Virat Kohli announced his retirement from test cricket on May 12. Taking to Instagram, Kohli said that the decision "is not easy but it feels right," causing a pandemonium among fans online. But people in India are not the only ones who were stunned by the announcement.

Virat Kohli's retirement decision influenced by choice to spend time with family, a new report claims. BCCI had asked Kohli to spend a few days to think about the decision but realised there was no changing his mind.