Virat Kohli Announces Retirement from T20 International Cricket
The Indian cricket team has won the T20 World Cup title, their first in 17 years. After defeating South Africa by 7 wickets in the final, Virat Kohli has made a surprising announcement. He will be retiring from T20 International cricket, paving the way for the next generation of Indian cricketers.
Virat Retires from T20 International Cricket
Virat Kohli had stated that this was his last T20 World Cup, and he was elated to achieve the team’s objective of winning the cup. He credited Rohit Sharma, who has played in 9 T20 World Cups, for his support and contribution to the team’s victory. Kohli reflected on his long wait to win an ICC tournament and expressed gratitude for being a part of the historic moment.
Man of the Match in the Final
In his last T20 International match, Kohli scored 76 runs off 59 balls, including 6 fours and 2 sixes. His innings helped India lift the T20 World Cup title. Kohli was awarded the Man of the Match for his outstanding performance, marking a fitting end to his T20 International career.
Virat Kohli’s T20 International Career Stats
Kohli played a total of 125 matches in his T20 International career, scoring 4188 runs at an average of 48.69. With 38 half-centuries and 1 century, Kohli’s career in T20 International cricket has been impressive, and his decision to retire will enable younger players to take on new responsibilities.