Virat Kohli, who ends his Test career as one of the modern greats with over 9000 runs and 30 centuries, has often spoken of drawing inspiration from athletes across disciplines — and Djokovic stands high among them. Likewise, Djokovic has previously expressed admiration for Kohli’s mental toughness and fitness standards, making this tribute all the more meaningful.
As the cricketing world reflects on the legacy of Virat Kohli following his retirement from Test cricket, tributes have poured in from across sports — including from tennis legend Novak Djokovic. The Serbian star took to Instagram to honor Kohli, sharing a photo of the Indian cricket icon with a simple yet powerful caption: “Incredible Innings.”
The Instagram Story, posted shortly after Kohli made his retirement from Test cricket official, has gone viral across both tennis and cricket communities. Djokovic’s gesture reflects the immense global respect Kohli commands, not only within cricket but among the broader fraternity of elite athletes.
NOVAK DJOKOVIC’S INSTAGRAM STORY FOR VIRAT KOHLI. 🐐🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/6K50IMdVcH
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 12, 2025
Kohli, who ends his Test career as one of the modern greats with over 9000 runs and 30 centuries, has often spoken of drawing inspiration from athletes across disciplines — and Djokovic stands high among them. Likewise, Djokovic has previously expressed admiration for Kohli’s mental toughness and fitness standards, making this tribute all the more meaningful.
Novak Djokovic’s tribute highlights the mutual admiration between two of the fiercest competitors in their respective sports, and serves as a reminder of how sporting greatness transcends boundaries.
Jay Shah Commends Virat Kohli’s Stellar Test Career After Retirement
In a heartfelt tribute following Virat Kohli’s decision to retire from Test cricket, ICC Chairman Jay Shah commended the former Indian captain for his unparalleled contribution to the longest and most demanding format of the game. Kohli, who has been the face of India’s Test renaissance in the last decade, announced his retirement with an emotional message, marking the end of an era in Indian cricket.
Jay Shah took to social media to express his admiration for Kohli’s illustrious Test career, writing, “Congratulations @imVkohli on a stellar Test career. Thank you for championing the purest format during the rise of T20 cricket and setting an extraordinary example in discipline, fitness, and commitment. Your speech at the Lord’s said it all – you played Tests with heart, grit, and pride.”
