Virat Kohli announced his retirement from Test cricket on May 12, 2025, and Rohit Sharma on May 7, 2025.
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Virat Kohli & Rohit Sharma Considering Test Comeback? Truth Behind BCCI's Message
Multiple posts on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) claimed that Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were planning to come out of Test cricket retirement.
Few posts on X alleged that Virat Kohli personally announced his return to the Test format.
Source : PTI
- Kohli and Sharma retired from Test cricket in May 2025.
- Both players are currently active in the 2026 IPL season.
- Rumors of their Test comeback are circulating widely online.
- There is no official confirmation of any Test return.
Indian cricket icons Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma announced their retirements from Test cricket on May 12, 2025, and May 7, 2025, respectively. Their sudden decisions to step away from the longest format of the game left fans across the country stunned. Currently, both players are active in the 2026 edition of the Indian Premier League.
In the tournament opener, Virat Kohli led Royal Challengers Bangalore to win with an unbeaten 69-run innings, while Rohit, famously known as ‘The Hitman,’ guided Mumbai Indians to a win against Kolkata Knight Riders with a stylish 78-run performance.
Amid the ongoing IPL action, speculation has arisen regarding a potential Test comeback for Kohli and Rohit. Social media has been abuzz with claims that the duo has either reversed their decision to retire or is considering doing so.
Let’s separate fact from fiction regarding these circulating rumors.
Truth About Test Comeback
Several posts on ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) suggested that both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma have decided to return from Test cricket retirement. Some posts even claimed that an official press release from Board of Control for Cricket in India confirmed the news.
Other posts alleged that Virat Kohli personally announced his return to the Test format, with multiple similar posts making the rounds, all asserting that he had resumed his Test career.
VIRAT KOHLI TAKES BACK HIS TEST RETIREMENT 🚨 pic.twitter.com/aHRwLWh2aK
— Sameer Allana (@HitmanCricket) April 1, 2026
Well well well, as needed, Virat Kohli has taken back his retirement from test cricket. Much needed news for the Indian cricket fans.#cricket #bcci #india #ipl
— This account shares best tweets (@bestandlatest) April 1, 2026
It is crucial to clarify that all these claims are entirely false. There is no official statement, post, or press release from Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, or the BCCI regarding a return from Test cricket retirement. Fans should disregard these rumors as baseless.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retire from Test cricket?
Are Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma considering a Test comeback?
No, all claims of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma returning to Test cricket are false. There are no official statements from them or the BCCI about a comeback.
What were Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's performances in the recent IPL opener?
Virat Kohli scored an unbeaten 69 leading Royal Challengers Bangalore to a win, while Rohit Sharma scored 78 guiding Mumbai Indians to victory.
Where did the rumors about a Test comeback originate?
Speculation about a Test comeback primarily spread through posts on social media platforms like 'X' (formerly Twitter).
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