Virat Kohli vs Rohit Sharma: A look at their red-ball legacy

With both Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma announcing their retirement from Test cricket, it¡¯s the end of an era for Indian cricket. Let¡¯s take a quick look at their careers side by side.

Virat Kohli began his Test career in 2011, laying the foundation for what would become a dominant run in international cricket. Rohit Sharma, though already an established white-ball player, made his Test debut two years later in 2013.

Kohli has featured in 123 Test matches, bringing stability and aggression to India¡¯s batting lineup. Rohit, whose Test career was shorter, played 67 matches before stepping away from the format.

In 210 Test innings, Virat Kohli has amassed 9,230 runs, consistently performing in varying conditions around the world. Rohit Sharma, in 116 innings, has scored 4,301 runs, proving to be a dynamic top-order presence when given the opportunity.

Kohli¡¯s highest Test score is an imposing 254 runs, recorded against South Africa. Coincidentally, Rohit¡¯s personal best of 212 also came against the same opposition, underlining his potential to play long innings.

Kohli holds a clear edge with 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries in Test cricket. Rohit, while impressive in his own right, has scored 12 centuries and 18 fifties, showing flashes of brilliance throughout his red-ball career.

Virat Kohli boasts a solid average of 46.85, highlighting his consistency and ability to anchor innings. Rohit Sharma averages 40.57¡ªstill a strong figure¡ªreflecting his effectiveness despite a shorter Test career.