Virat Kohli announced his retirement from T20 International cricket after India’s victory against South Africa in the T20 World Cup final. Kohli, who scored 76 runs in the match, confirmed his decision during a post-match interview with Harsha Bhogle, where he was named Player of the Match. Reflecting on his career, Kohli expressed gratitude and humility, acknowledging his recent lack of confidence but praising Rohit Sharma’s deserving leadership.
Ending his T20I career on a high note as a T20 World Cup champion, Kohli amassed 4188 runs in 125 matches with an impressive average of 48.7 and a strike rate of 137.04. He marked his farewell with a memorable performance, including his first half-century of the tournament. Looking ahead, Kohli emphasized the need for the next generation to step up, with the next T20 World Cup set for two years from now.
