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Virat Kohli Steps Down as Indian Cricket Team Captain
Virat Kohli, the iconic Indian cricket captain, has informed the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) that he will be stepping down from his role as captain of the Test team. While personal reasons have been cited as the cause, speculation is rife about the actual reasons behind his decision.
Kohli, who has been at the helm of the Indian Test team since 2014, has led the team to numerous victories, including a historic series win in Australia in 2018-19. However, the team's recent poor form, coupled with Kohli's own struggles with form, have led to calls for his removal as captain.
Kohli's decision to step down has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world, and has raised questions about the future of the Indian team. The BCCI is yet to name a replacement for Kohli, and it remains to be seen who will take over the captaincy.
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