'I'm Disappointed': Javed Akhtar Requests Virat Kohli To Reconsider His Decision Of 'Premature' Retirement From Test Cricket
Days after Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket, veteran Bollywood lyricist and writer Javed Akhtar said he is 'disappointed' by his decision. In fact, taking to his official X account on Wednesday (May 14), Akhtar also requested Virat to reconsider his decision.
"Obviously Virat knows better but as an admirer of this great player I am disappointed by his rather premature retirement from Test cricket cricket," he wrote.
Akhtar's post further read, "I think there is still a lot of cricket in him . I sincerely request him to reconsider his decision."
On Monday (May 12), Virat announced his retirement from Test cricket after 14 years. In an emotional note on Instagram the cricketer wrote, "It’s been 14 years since I first wore the baggy blue in Test cricket. Honestly, I never imagined the journey this format would take me on. It’s tested me, shaped me, and taught me lessons I’ll carry for life."
"There’s something deeply personal about playing in whites. The quiet grind, the long days, the small moments that no one sees but that stay with you forever. As I step away from this format, it’s not easy but it feels right. I’ve given it everything I had, and it’s given me back so much more than I could’ve hoped for. I’m walking away with a heart full of gratitude for the game, for the people I shared the field with, and for every single person who made me feel seen along the way. I’ll always look back at my Test career with a smile."
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