Veteran Indian batter Virat Kohli has paid tribute to his former teammate Shikhar Dhawan, who announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket on Saturday. Kohli, while remembering Dhawan’s fearless debut, stated that while his sportsmanship and trademark smile will be missed, his legacy lives on.
In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Kohli wrote, “Shikhar @SDhawan25 from your fearless debut to becoming one of India’s most dependable openers, you’ve given us countless memories to cherish. Your passion for the game, your sportsmanship and your trademark smile will be missed, but your legacy lives on. Thank you for the memories, unforgettable performances and always leading with your heart. Wishing you the best in your next innings, off the field Gabbar! 🏏”