Ayushmann Khurrana pens emotional tribute to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after their test cricket retirement : Bollywood News

Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana has shared a heartfelt message for Indian cricket stalwarts Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, who have both announced their retirement from Test cricket. As cricket fans across the country grapple with the news, Ayushmann added an emotional voice from the film industry, calling the duo “our forever GOATs in whites.”

Ayushmann Khurrana pens emotional tribute to Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after their test cricket retirement

Taking to Instagram, the Dream Girl star posted a picture of Kohli and Sharma in their Test jerseys and wrote, “Our forever GOATs in whites!” — a line that sums up the sentiment of an entire generation that watched the two dominate red-ball cricket for over a decade.

Kohli, in his retirement announcement, reflected on his 14-year journey in Test cricket with a message that struck a chord with fans worldwide. “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,” his post began.

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He continued, “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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Rohit Sharma had earlier made a similar announcement, prompting many fans to call it “the end of an era.” Sharma, known for his elegance at the crease and steady leadership, leaves behind an equally cherished legacy.

Anushka Sharma, Kohli’s wife and actor-producer, also took to Instagram to post a supportive message, celebrating her husband’s journey and reiterating her pride in his accomplishments on the field.

On the work front, Ayushmann Khurrana is gearing up for his next film Thama opposite Rashmika Mandanna, but it’s his off-screen moment of tribute that’s currently winning hearts online.

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