As the news of Indian stalwarts, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma retiring from the T20 format came about following their World Cup victory, several Pakistan legends took a moment to congratulate the pair on their stellar career in the shortest format.
Among Pakistan’s finest spinners during his time, Saqlain Mushtaq praised both Rohit and Kohli with two separate posts where he praised their dedication and sheer passion which inspired millions all over the world.
Great leader, equally great player @ImRo45 very well done on your successful career. Finishing it on a high, it’s going to be remembered for a long time. Wish you all the best for the future. Prayers— Saqlain Mushtaq (@Saqlain_Mushtaq) June 29, 2024
Arguably among the greatest cricketers Pakistan has produced, Shahid Afridi was also active on social media where he congratulated both of them for their leadership, quality cricket and more.
Congratulations India on a memorable win. @ImRo45 fully deserves it, he has been an exceptional leader. @imVkohli as always a big match player and Bumrah is undoubtedly the best bowler in the world right now. Hard luck @OfficialProteas , a great fight by a team that played…— Shahid Afridi (@SAfridiOfficial) June 29, 2024
The out of favour opening batter, Ahmad Shahzad also lauded the pair for their dream-like exit from the format. He credited the leadership by Rohit Sharma along with the preparations done behind the scenes for their victory.
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Many congratulations to @ImRo45 on a stellar T20I career. There’s no better way to hang your boots just after you’ve won an ICC event as captain. Rohit’s captaincy and India’s preparation for the #T20WorldCup was absolutely fantastic. And what a picture ❤️ @imVkohli pic.twitter.com/haSkxbrO9N— Ahmad Shahzad (@iamAhmadshahzad) June 29, 2024
The Rawalpindi Express himself, Shoaib Akthar uploaded a video on his official X handle where he reacted to the news and suggested that Virat Kohli is the best batter in the world and hailed Rohit’s captaincy as well through the tournament.
What an amazing farewell for Rohit & Virat. pic.twitter.com/NJumVWMU6V— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) June 30, 2024
The ex-Pakistan international cricketer, Azhar Ali also credited the Indian skipper Rohit Sharma for his captaincy and went on to say that he would be missed in the shortest format.
Huge congratulations to @ImRo45 on an incredible T20I career What a perfect farewell, leading your team to #T20WorldCup glory. Your leadership, power hitting will be missed in T20I circuit, Hitman #IamGAME #RespectforGAME #RohitSharma #INDvsSA pic.twitter.com/I6wBJmR5fg— Azhar Ali (@AzharAli_) June 30, 2024
The former Pakistan wicketkeeper-batter, Kamran Akmal reacted to India’s victory where he congratulated Hardik Pandya for his heroics and lauded Rohit’s magic as the captain of the side.
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Congratulations to @BCCI team India on becoming T20 WC champions @hardikpandya7 did the magic again…huge round of applause for @ImRo45Hard Luck @ProteasMenCSA you guys also played brilliant cricket it was just not your day #T20WorldCupFinal— Kamran Akmal (@KamiAkmal23) June 29, 2024
Another former Pakistan cricketer, Rashid Latif also went onto hail Jasprit Bumrah as the ‘best in the business’. He has been unplayable throughout the tournament.
BEST IN THE BUSINESS.@Jaspritbumrah93 #T20WorldCupFinal #T20WorldCup2024 pic.twitter.com/GoCMQdxPtd— Rashid Latif | (@iRashidLatif68) June 29, 2024
While they may be our rivals on the field, it is certainly a refreshing sight to see our neighbours congratulate the Indian champions for their success.
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