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He became a legend, but that spot has to be earned, says Madan Lal on Virat's Test retirement

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He Became A Legend, But That Spot Has To Be Earned, Says Madan Lal On Virat's Test Retirement

By IANS News May 12, 2025 • 16:24 PM View: 559

World Cup: Former India all-rounder Madan Lal paid rich tribute to Virat Kohli following the latter’s sudden retirement from Test cricket, calling his journey “phenomenal” while reminding the next generation that the place Kohli vacates must be earned, not given.

he might play a little longer, maybe even feature in the England series, but these are personal decisions, and he must have felt this was the right time. I wish him all the very best," Madan Lal told IANS.

"As for the youngsters who might fill his shoes, I believe that spot has to be earned. It’s not an easy task by any means."

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