Delhi: The first match did not meet expectations after the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 resumed. Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) were to be clashed at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, but the rain made all the fun gritty. The toss could not be done and the match was finally canceled. Both teams had to be satisfied with 1-1 points.
First IPL glimpse after retirement
There was also a special discussion about this match because it would have been the first IPL match after Virat Kohli’s retirement from Test if it would not have rained. He announced his retirement from Test cricket on 12 May. Earlier, after winning the T20 World Cup in June 2024, he has said goodbye to this format.
Demand to give Bharat Ratna to Virat
The match may not be done, but former Indian player Suresh Raina made a big statement during the live show. He said that he should get Bharat Ratna for the level where Virat Kohli has taken Indian cricket. Raina’s demand came out during the match preview on Star Sports.
🚨 kohli for bharat ratna.
Suresh Raina Said, “Virat Kohli should be honored with the Bharat Ratna Award for his contribution legs Indian Cricket”. pic.twitter.com/mks9wchzlo
– Mufaddal Vohra (@Mufaddal_vohra) May 17, 2025
“Kohli’s contribution is incomparable”
Raina said that Virat Kohli has not only made records, but he has inspired millions of youth with discipline, hard work and dedication. He has brought Indian cricket to new heights and has honored the country globally. Such a player should get the highest honor from the Government of India.
Till now only Sachin has got Bharat Ratna
Bharat Ratna is the largest civilian award in the country, which has so far received only one player. In 2014, Sachin Tendulkar, who was called the God of Cricket, was given this honor. He became the first player and youngest person to get Bharat Ratna.
Virat Kohli’s great Test career
Kohli has played 123 matches in his Test career, scoring 9320 runs at an average of 46.85. He has 30 centuries and 31 half -centuries. His contribution to long formats will always be memorable for the Indian team.
Now Virat will be seen in ODIs
Now that Kohli has retired from Test and T20, fans will now be able to see them playing only in ODI format.
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