#IndiasPrideViratKohli: Twitter gets emotional over batsman's decision to step down as RCB captain in 2022

When he announced his decision to step down as the Indian skipper for T20I format, fans were already emptional, however, just a few days later, Virat Kohli gave everyone a shock and said he will also be stepping down as the captain for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).

The franchise had announced on Sunday (September 19) that Kohli had decided to step down from his role as captain after the completion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021. 

"It has been a great and inspiring journey, captaining a talented bunch of players in the RCB squad. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the RCB management, coaches, support staff, players, and the entire RCB family, who have been instrumental in the growth of the franchise over the years," Kohli had said in a statement issued by RCB.

"It wasn't an easy decision but one that has been well thought of and in the best interest of this wonderful franchise. The RCB family remains close to my heart as we continue to strive to achieve excellence. As I have mentioned previously on many occasions, I will only play for RCB until my retirement from the game of cricket," he added.

Soon after, Twitter started trending, #IndiasPrideViratKohli to show their support to the man who has brought so much to the field of cricket. Some even praised him for his selfless act of stepping down as captain and comparing him to MS Dhoni, who had done the same thing.

Have only been here a short time but I thank you @imVkohli for all you have done for @RCBTweets as a fully committed leader and team man, your energy and passion is infectious.
I know the boys are fully committed to help send you out on a well deserved high skipper #PlayBold https://t.co/tBnYjAm5oT

— Mike Hesson (@CoachHesson) September 19, 2021

Virat Kohli didn't make it about himself. He made it about giving his best for India and RCB till the end of his playing days. My respect for him just keeps growing.

— Joy Bhattacharjya (@joybhattacharj) September 19, 2021

How lucky we all are as cricket fans the world over to be alive to witness the Kohli era. #IndiasPrideViratKohli

— Chloe-Amanda Bailey (@ChloeAmandaB) September 18, 2021

My heart sank while reading this #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/dXpJfIuNIp

— Girish (Broken) (@ViratkohliFabb) September 19, 2021

For all the memorable wins & the moments to cherish, we thank skipper @imVkohli with a heavy heart!! 

It will be his team, always. #MSDiansStandWithViratKohli pic.twitter.com/KR9xnBnQDa

— Priyanka Sharma (@ThePriyankaIND) September 19, 2021

I live in Australia and believe me, every time I talk about @imVkohli in front of my Aussie friends, "Jeez that bloke is bloody good! Wish he was an Aus player. Kinda suits his nature as well." from their mouth is mandatory. Almost everyone respect him. #IndiasPrideViratKohli

— #We want aggressive Kohli back (@crickohli18) September 18, 2021

Virat Kohli - The Global superstar
Making India proud all over the world (1/n)#IndiasPrideViratKohli pic.twitter.com/ZZTh1GyuES

— Gaurav (@Kohli4ever) September 18, 2021

Kohli was appointed as RCB skipper in 2013 in place of Daniel Vettori, but he did not win a title with the franchise yet.

RCB are currently at third place in IPL 2021 points table with 5 wins out of 7 games. They are set to resume their campaign against Kolkata Knight Riders in Dubai on September 19.