A day after shocking the cricketing world with his sudden retirement from Test cricket, Virat Kohli was spotted in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh, alongside wife Anushka Sharma on May 13. The couple made a quiet visit to Vrindavan Dham, where they sought blessings from their spiritual guide, Premanand Maharaj — a figure they’ve followed closely in recent years.

For many fans, this spiritual retreat symbolised more than just a pilgrimage; it seemed a moment of personal reflection during a major life transition. Virat Kohli’s decision to step away from red-ball cricket triggered an outpouring of emotions from fans, teammates, and cricketing legends across the globe.

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While the 35-year-old had informed the BCCI about his intent beforehand, reports indicate that a senior board official had been trying to convince him to delay the announcement, especially with the high-profile five-Test series in England looming in June.

#WATCH | #ViratKohli and Anushka Sharma arrive at Uttar Pradesh’s Vrindavan pic.twitter.com/u6rI5EGLMn

— ANI (@ANI) May 13, 2025

Virat Kohli leaves behind a remarkable Test legacy. Since his debut in 2011, he has scored 9,230 runs in 123 Tests, averaging 46.85 with 30 centuries and seven double tons — the most by an Indian. Under his leadership, India won 40 out of 68 Tests, making him the most successful Indian Test captain in history.

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His retirement, coming just five days after Rohit Sharma’s exit from the format, marks the end of an era for Indian cricket. With both veterans stepping away, India enters a new chapter in its red-ball journey. Kohli’s Vrindavan visit reflects a deeply personal and spiritual phase — one that seems to coincide with his farewell to a format he cherished.