Virat Kohli is well and truly on his way towards winding up his legendary career, but according to former India head coach Ravi Shastri, the India star is unlikely to take up any post-retirement role in cricket, either as a coach or broadcaster.

In a heartfelt tribute, Shastri noted that while Kohli remains active in ODIs, his eventual exit from the game will be absolute.

"Virat Kohli is still around to serve Indian cricket in ODIs, but I also know that Virat will walk away from the game once he is done playing cricket. He is not the kind who would like to coach or take on the broadcaster role. I will miss him when India plays its first Test in England. He was a champion, and that is what I would like to remember — never conceding an inch," Shastri wrote in his column for thesportstar.com

The 62-year-old also hailed Kohli as the most influential sportsman of the past decade, highlighting his charisma and unmatched energy on the field.

"For me, Virat will remain the most influential cricketer of the last decade. He had fans worldwide, especially those who turned up at Test matches to watch him bat like no one else. A batsman who could hit a boundary at will and someone who would pick the best bowler in the opposition camp to send a strong message."

According to Shastri, Kohli's presence on the field had a massive impact on the popularity of Test cricket.

"Undoubtedly the most scrutinised batsman in world cricket, he was also the best prepared to fight in the middle. His making people watch Test cricket will be an enduring legacy. The team will forever miss his wild celebrations at the fall of a wicket and the joy he expressed at a partner's batting feat," he concluded.

Hence, with no coaching stints or commentary gigs, Kohli's last goodbye, whenever it comes, promises to be silent but seismic.