Virat Kohli calls Ajinkya Rahane his favourite Test partner on retirement
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 7:33 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Virat Kohli expressed his admiration for Ajinkya Rahane, who announced his retirement on July 30, 2026. Kohli referred to Rahane as his 'favourite Test batting partner' and highlighted their successful partnership, which yielded 3,661 runs across 67 Test matches. Rahane leaves a notable legacy, including an unbeaten Test captaincy record and key victories in overseas conditions, most against Australia. Kohli's tribute reinforces the significance of Rahane's contributions to Indian cricket.
- •Kohli praised Rahane after his retirement announcement.
- •The duo scored 3,661 runs together at an average of 56.32.
- •Rahane captained India undefeated in Test matches.
- •He is celebrated for his crucial innings during tough overseas tours.
- •Kohli acknowledged Rahane's defensive skills and reliability in the slips.
- 7:33 PMYahoo Sports — 'My favourite Test batting partner': Virat Kohli hails Ajinkya Rahane after retirement
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Who is Virat Kohli's favourite batting partner in Test cricket?
"Virat Kohli paid tribute to Ajinkya Rahane after the former India batter announced his retirement from international cricket, describing him as his "favourite Test batting partner" and "the safest pair of hands in slips." In an Instagram post, Kohli shared a picture of himself with Rahane in India's Test whites and praised his long contribution to Indian cricket.
"Virat Kohli paid an emotional tribute to Ajinkya Rahane after his retirement, calling him his "favourite Test batting partner" and "safest pair of hands in slips."
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 7:33 PM'My favourite Test batting partner': Virat Kohli hails Ajinkya Rahane after retirement
Virat Kohli paid tribute to Ajinkya Rahane after the former India batter announced his retirement from international cricket, describing him as his "favourite Test batting partner" and "the safest pair of hands in slips." In an Instagram post, Kohli shared a picture of himself with Rahane in India's Test whites and praised his long contribution to Indian cricket.
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 3:45 PMWho is Virat Kohli's favourite batting partner in Test cricket?
Virat Kohli paid an emotional tribute to Ajinkya Rahane after his retirement, calling him his "favourite Test batting partner" and "safest pair of hands in slips."
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