Virat Kohli: Team India’s legendary batsman Virat Kohli could return to Test cricket in 2026. There are reports that if Gautam Gambhir loses the Test coaching position, Kohli could make a comeback.

Some reports claim that Gautam Gambhir’s position is in danger due to his continued failures in Test cricket. Another veteran cricketer could be appointed to replace him. If this happens, Virat Kohli could make a comeback.

Will Virat Kohli make a comeback in Test cricket?

Regarding reports of a Virat Kohli comeback, journalist Rohit Juglan has claimed that he could make a comeback this year, but Gautam Gambhir’s departure is necessary for this to happen. Rohit Juglan stated on his YouTube channel, “Something isn’t right between Gautam Gambhir and Virat Kohli; they haven’t been on speaking terms. This bitterness is perhaps the reason Virat retired from Test cricket.”

“If anything will bring Virat Kohli back, it’s a new Test coach. Somewhere in Virat’s mind, he’s wondering if he’s retired from Test cricket too early. According to reports, Virat Kohli could return this year”, he added.

Virat Kohli retired from Test cricket on May 12th of last year. Virat Kohli loved Test cricket the most, and his decision to leave this format shocked fans and experts alike. Kohli scored 9,230 runs in 123 Test matches, including 30 centuries and 31 half-centuries. His Test career spanned 14 years, and he was one of India’s most successful Test captains. Now, if Virat can make a comeback, he could even reach 10,000 runs in the Test format.

Reports also claim that Gautam Gambhir’s power will determine the outcome of the 2026 T20 World Cup. If India wins the T20 World Cup, Gambhir’s power will obviously increase, but if the result is poor, significant changes could be expected. Reports also suggest that Pragyan Ojha could replace Ajit Agarkar as chief selector. Former cricketer Parthiv Patel will also be included in the selectors’ panel.