Virat Kohli Bids Adieu to T20I Captaincy: Reflects on Historic Win and the Importance of Young Cricketers Taking Over

Virat Kohli, the former captain of the Indian cricket team and man of the match in the T20 World Cup 2024 final, has announced his retirement from T20Is after India’s historic victory over South Africa in the title clash in Barbados. Kohli, regarded as one of India’s greatest cricketers, said it was time for the next generation to take the lead.

From growing up on the streets of Delhi to becoming a global cricket sensation, Kohli’s T20I career has been a mix of ups and downs as a captain. Expressing his emotions after the win, Kohli confirmed that this T20 World Cup was his last and it was a dream come true for him and the team. He mentioned that he had already taken the decision to retire, even if India lost the final.

Kohli acknowledged the importance of young players carrying the torch forward in the T20 format and was grateful for the opportunity to lift the trophy after many years of waiting. He also highlighted the contribution of his teammate, Rohit Sharma, who played in numerous T20 World Cups before finally achieving success in 2024.

Throughout his career, Kohli has featured in multiple T20 World Cups, but it was in his last appearance that he really made his mark with a match-winning performance in