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Virat Kohli dismisses Test return, launches ₹9,230 shoe honoring his runs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:51 PM

Last updated Jun 21, 2026

Virat Kohli dismisses Test return, launches ₹9,230 shoe honoring his runs

Summary

Virat Kohli confirmed he will not return to Test cricket during the launch of his One8 footwear line in New Delhi on June 21, 2026. Kohli described himself as "done with it," dismissing speculation about a comeback after his retirement in May 2025. The launched shoe, Seam XVIII Signature Test Red, is priced at ₹9,230, the total of his Test runs. This event marks Kohli's transition into sportswear business since leaving his Test career, aiming to establish a global brand with his new line.

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•Kohli retired from Test cricket in May 2025 with 9,230 runs.
•The shoe launch event took place at Yashobhoomi in New Delhi.
•Kohli aims to establish One8 as a global sportswear brand.
•The shoe's price reflects his final Test run tally.

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1:51 PMYahoo Sports — 'I am done with it': Virat Kohli shuts down Test comeback hopes as One8 launches ₹9,230 shoe inspired by his Test runs

What they're saying

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Virat Kohli was quick to dismiss any rumors about a possible return to Test cricket amid his launching event for line of shows priced at 9,230 INR after his Test total.
— Yahoo Sports

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