Virat Kohli’s sudden announcement of retirement from Test cricket on May 12 has sent shockwaves through fans across the globe. Known for his relentless passion and aggression on the field, Kohli redefined the spirit of Test cricket for an entire generation.
Among the many voices paying tribute was Bollywood actor and IPL team co-owner Preity Zinta, who struck a personal and emotional chord with fans during a recent Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on X (formerly Twitter).
“I Saw Test Cricket Mainly for Virat”
Responding to a fan’s question about Kohli’s retirement, Zinta admitted,
“I saw Test cricket mainly for Virat. He infused so much passion and character into the game with his competitiveness and hunger to excel. I don’t think Test cricket will ever be the same again.”
She concluded with a warm wish for Kohli’s future, adding,
“Our current players have big shoes to fill, especially with legends like Virat, Rohit, and Ashwin stepping away from the longest format.”
Zinta’s candid words quickly resonated with fans online. One user wrote, “So true. Watching Test cricket during Virat’s era was electric.” Another chimed in, “He brought heart, energy, and drama to every session. It won’t be the same again.”
