Angad Bedi’s heartfelt message to Virat Kohli after Test retirement echoes every Indian’s plea: ‘Can a legacy…’

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More recently, Virat Kohli stunned the nation when he declared his departure from test cricket. Fans were devastated and appealed for him to reconsider, and now Angad Bedi has added his voice to the request. In a touching post, he mirrored the sentiments of many Indians by asking if Virat’s greatness should be allowed to disappear so subtly.

On May 15, 2025, Angad Bedi posted on Instagram a heartfelt message reminiscing about Virat Kohli’s test retirement announcement. His words echoed the emotions felt during Sachin Tendulkar’s farewell in 2013, when the sun set low, the crowd chanted loudly, and the world seemed to pause. The speech given by Tendulkar left an indelible mark on the hearts of a billion people. Indeed, when he was dismissed from the game, many TVs were turned off, thinking they’d never experience such feelings again.

Speaking affectionately about Virat Kohli, Angad remarked, “Here comes Virat. He’s not merely a player, but an inspiring force. He ignited our team with his passion, his charisma, and his spirit. Each chase transformed into a thrilling adventure, every match turned into a memorable moment. Now, his legacy is reduced to a digital post? Can such a grand legacy vanish so unassumingly?

Have a look at Angad Bedi’s post!

In an appeal to the board, Angad Bedi urged, “Have a conversation with Virat Kohli and try to persuade him to reconsider his decision.” Directly addressing Virat Kohli, the actor expressed that they weren’t prepared yet. He continued by saying, “Return one last time. For us, for the girl wearing your name on her jersey, for the boy mimicking your stance in the alleys, for the elderly fans who support you as if you were their own son, and for the spirit you instilled in a billion followers.

Angad pointed out that the cricket player should be granted an unforgettable goodbye, and it would be fitting for the spectators to watch him bat one last time.

As a devoted admirer, I wholeheartedly echo Angad Bedi’s sentiments. Just like him, Neha Dhupia expressed her feelings by saying, “Angad (heart emoticon)… @virat.kohli we long for our leader to return!” The online community also felt the emotion. One user commented, “The most sincere and poignant post… straightforward words with profound meaning,” while another added, “Well expressed! Tears welled up in my eyes while reading this!!

Meanwhile, Virat Kohli is set to resume playing in IPL 2025 from May 17.

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2025-05-15 14:52