'Wanted some space...': Virat Kohli opens up on stepping down as RCB skipper

Updated : Feb 24, 2022 16:09
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Virat Kohli has opened up on why he stepped down from Royal Challenger Bangalore's captaincy position after IPL 2021 season.

While speaking on The RCB Podcast, India's former captain explained that he wanted some space and wanted to manage his workload that's why he relinquished the captaincy.

Kohli further added, "I didn’t want to think about it and contemplate it for another year. That would’ve done nothing to me. Quality of life and cricket is something very important to me."

Also read: IPL 2022: Ajit Agarkar to join Delhi Capitals as assistant coach

The Bangalore-based franchise has yet to announce its new captain after Virat Kohli's resignation.

Kohli was one of three players retained by RCB ahead of IPL 2022 Mega Auctions.

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