Should Virat Kohli return to Tests? Dinesh Karthik says body ready, mind tired

Former India cricketer and Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting coach Dinesh Karthik, speaking at the India Today South Conclave, shared his perspective on Virat Kohli’s sudden Test retirement ahead of the England tour. Karthik said Kohli had pushed himself so hard in the longest format that, while his body could still handle the demands, mentally he may have felt drained and in need of a break. The former wicketkeeper-batter hinted Kohli’s decision was more about rest than ability.