'If you win, they ask about runs': Virat Kohli reveals 'gruesome' reason behind quitting India captaincy
Virat Kohli has shared insights into the challenges he faced while captaining the Indian cricket team, describing the experience as mentally and physically exhausting. He highlighted the pressure of balancing personal performance with team success, which contributed to his decision to step down from leadership roles. Kohli credited former coaches for their support during a challenging period in his career.
- ▪Virat Kohli described feeling 'completely spent' by the time he stepped down from captaincy between 2021 and 2022.
- ▪He remains India's most successful Test captain with 40 wins in 68 matches.
- ▪Kohli faced constant pressure to balance his batting performance with the team's results during his captaincy.
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| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 |
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