Delhi: Indian cricket lovers suffered a deep setback when two veterans and main players (Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli) of the country announced to retire from Test cricket within just five days. At this time, the Test series of five matches is going on against England, and India is still waiting for the first Test series win in the UK since 2007. At such a time, taking a sudden retirement of both the players raised many questions.

Meanwhile, there was rapid speculation on social media whether Rohit and Virat were motivated to retire by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) or selectors? Was it its own decision or part of a strategic plan?

Clarification of Rajiv Shukla

Amidst these speculation, BCCI Vice President Rajiv Shukla dismissed all these allegations in a special statement to news agency ANI in London.

He said, “We are all realizing the absence of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. But, this was his personal decision. BCCI’s policy is that we do not ask any player to retire. It was completely his will.”

Discussions on retirement, discussions continue

From the explanation of the BCCI, while an attempt has been made to put an attempt to stop disputes, on the other hand it is clear that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s departure from Test cricket is the end of an era in Indian cricket. Without them the ground will look deserted, and their contribution will always be remembered.