Anushka Sharma has long been more than just a supportive presence in husband Virat Kohli’s cricketing journey – she has been his pillar of strength through every victory and setback. As Kohli bid farewell to Test cricket, Anushka took to Instagram to offer a deeply personal tribute that reflected not just her admiration, but the emotional toll of his journey.
Rather than celebrating his records and milestones, Anushka focused on the battles no one saw – the quiet resilience, the unwavering dedication, and the sacrifices that defined his years on the field. Sharing a candid image of the two laughing together on the cricket pitch, she wrote, “They’ll talk about the records and the milestones – but I’ll remember the tears you never showed, the battles no one saw, and the unwavering love you gave this format of the game.” Her words painted a picture of Kohli beyond the statistics – a man who returned from every Test series wiser, humbler, and shaped by the game’s challenges.
She admitted that she had always imagined Kohli retiring in whites, yet acknowledged his instinct to follow his heart, concluding with, “My love, you’ve earned every bit of this goodbye.” Her tribute was not just an acknowledgment of his cricketing legacy, but also a testament to their journey together – one of shared highs and quiet struggles.
Kohli responded with three simple red heart emojis, reflecting a deep, unspoken understanding between the couple. Their bond, tested through the highs and lows of international cricket, now moves into a new chapter amid speculation that the Bollywood beauty may relocate to the UK along with her husband to raise their children, Vamika and Akaay.
