The Indian cricket team’s star batsman and former captain has informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) about his intention to retire from Test cricket.
BCCI has requested him to reconsider his decision due to an upcoming five-match Test series against England.
A Key Figure Steps In
To persuade him to continue, the BCCI has enlisted the help of a highly influential cricket personality.
This person will talk to him in the coming days about extending his career in the longest format of the game.
The decision to involve this influential figure was made considering India’s tour of England, which is just around the corner.
There were thoughts that the player might not want to be part of the team for the England tour.
However, it has become clear that he is thinking about giving up a format he has always enjoyed playing.
This is a change from his usual stance, as seen in his strong words while captaining India in 68 Tests.
Sources close to the matter say that while he is not one to change his mind easily, the words of the influential cricket personality might have some impact on his decision.
The first Test of the series against England is set to begin on June 20.