The 36-year-old\u2019s red-ball career transformed India\u2019s approach to Test cricket. In 123 matches, he scored 9,230 runs at an average of 46.85, including 30 centuries and 31 fifties.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Rajkumar revealed that even though Kohli was always full of talent, youngsters need to take inspiration from the amount of hard work the batter did to become one of the greatest to ever do it. He also acknowledged it will take time for whoever replaces him to fill the big gap left by his absence.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cA legendary career has ended today, and it was Virat\u2019s decision, so I support and appreciate it 100% and salute his contribution to the country. The selectors will have to figure out who will be replacing him. A new player always takes a while to adjust, just like it is when a big player retires.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u2018It is a proud moment for me as a coach because his contribution to Indian cricket has been immense. The way he led the team, he batted, scored runs, and won so many matches for the country. I salute his contribution to the nation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHe was a very talented cricketer, but he was also a very hardworking player. It is an inspiration and a motivation. Youngsters need to be inspired by how hard he worked despite being a talented player,\u201d Rajkumar told IANS.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u2018It is a proud moment for me as a coach because his contribution to Indian cricket has been immense. The way he led the team, he batted, scored runs, and won so many matches for the country. I salute his contribution to the nation.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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