Yuvraj Singh retires: Kohli, Harbhajan, Sachin and many more wish Yuvi a 'Happy Retirement'

Not only his fans but people from the cricket fraternity came forward to wish him a ‘Happy Retirement’.

A dynamic hard-hitter, an athletic fielder and a trusted all-rounder... believe it or not but Yuvraj Singh was that 3-dimensional cricketer India stepped into the millennium 2K with. Tall, willowy and ethereal, his unlimited talent and charisma made him a limited overs legend. His journey began with a stunning performance in the ICC Champions Trophy 200 that thumped the Aussies. His career graph went up and above as he progressed and improved under different leaderships. Be it Natwest 2002 final, those six sixes to Stuart Broad in the inaugural T20 World Cup, an unforgettable outing in the 2011 World Cup or his highest ODI score against England in 2017; Yuvi has proved it time and again that ‘form is temporary, class is permanent’. After serving the nation for 25 long years, Yuvraj Singh called it quit from all formats of the game on Monday. He hosted a bunch of media personnel in Mumbai and himself announced his retirement. Not only his fans but people from the cricket fraternity came forward to wish him a ‘Happy Retirement’. Here are the reactions:

What a fantastic career you have had Yuvi. You have come out as a true champ everytime the team needed you. The fight you put up through all the ups & downs on & off the field is just amazing. Best of luck for your 2nd innings & thanks for all that you have done for 🇮🇳 Cricket.🙌 pic.twitter.com/J9YlPs87fv

— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) June 10, 2019

Congratulations on a wonderful career playing for the country paji. You gave us so many memories and victories and I wish you the best for life and everything ahead. Absolute champion. @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/LXSWNSQXog

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) June 10, 2019

The man who starred in India's 2007 World T20 and 2011 World Cup victories, @YUVSTRONG12 announces his retirement from International cricket.

What's your favourite #YuvrajSingh moment in international cricket? pic.twitter.com/7Bw5LnwOFG — BCCI (@BCCI) June 10, 2019

Players will come and go,but players like @YUVSTRONG12 are very rare to find. Gone through many difficult times but thrashed disease,thrashed bowlers & won hearts. Inspired so many people with his fight & will-power. Wish you the best in life,Yuvi #YuvrajSingh. Best wishes always pic.twitter.com/sUNAoTyNa8

— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) June 10, 2019

It’s been an absolute pleasure playing with Yuvi. You will go down as one of the greatest players in the history of the game. You have been an inspiration to us with your resilience,determination & above all the love & passion you showed towards the game. Good luck @YUVSTRONG12 ! pic.twitter.com/vlXUdkgJSz

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) June 10, 2019

Congratulations @YUVSTRONG12 pa on an extraordinary journey and outstanding cricketing career. Wishing you well always! #YuvrajSingh pic.twitter.com/CXmYxhxr2u

— Pragyan Prayas Ojha (@pragyanojha) June 10, 2019

Thank you, Yuvi paaji for all the guidance, support & love. ♥ You are one of the best left-handed batsmen I have come across. I always looked up to your style & batting technique, have learnt so much from you! Wish you prosperity & success in your new journey. Rab rakha 💪🏻 pic.twitter.com/AQH4LkgS0Q

— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) June 10, 2019

End of an era! Yuvi pa, ur ability with the bat, the glorious 6s, the impeccable catches & the good times we've had, will be missed beyond years. The class & grit u brought to the field will be an inspiration forever. Thank u, @YUVSTRONG12 Have an equally remarkable 2nd innings! pic.twitter.com/ZWNeC9WkZL

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) June 10, 2019

You've been a constant source of support and inspiration with countless memories and countless hearts won. 🙏🏻 Congratulations on your glorious career and all the best Yuvi paa! 🏆 @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/YngoxWiCOg

— Jasprit bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) June 10, 2019

That NatWest series final, those six sixes, and the World Cup! Etched in my memory forever. Thank you for the advice, support, and above all, the inspiration @YUVSTRONG12 You will be missed. #YuvrajSingh pic.twitter.com/MfTWYPA01B

— Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) June 10, 2019

My Warrior Prince - A true fighter on and off the field.. your stories will forever live on.. love always brother @YUVSTRONG12 #sixerking #Brother ❤️❤️❤️❤️🤗🤗 #Legend pic.twitter.com/YN7580q8bY

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) June 10, 2019

Yuvraj brought the curtains down stating that he wants to "enjoy life" and pursue a freelance career in T20 leagues internationally, pending BCCI permission. But he will no longer be seen in the Indian Premier League. The attacking left-hander listed the the 2011 World Cup triumph, being Man of the Tournament in the showpiece, getting six sixes in an over against England in the inaugural 2007 World T20 and his first Test hundred, against Pakistan in Lahore in 2004, as the most special moments of his international career that twisted this way and that through 17 years. Yuvraj played 40 Tests, 304 ODIs and 58 T20Is for India. He put together 1900 runs in the longest format, and 8701 in the one-dayers, the format in which he enjoyed the most success. His one-day runs tally places him 22nd in the overall list and seventh among Indians.