Virat Kohli has communicated his desire to retire from Test cricket to the BCCI ahead of the big five-match series in England starting June 20, for which he is expected to be a part of the squad. ESPNcricinfo understands that Kohli has been having these conversations with officials of the BCCI for the past month or so.

The BCCI selectors wants Virat Kohli to continue playing Test cricket for India but the star batter is reportedly ready to ‘move on’ from the five-day format.

Virat Kohli has reportedly told the BCCI that he wishes to retire from Test cricket and won't travel to England for the five-match series. The board will reportedly hold talks with the Indian legend before the team selection.