Sunil Chhetri's Retirement Announcement: Virat Kohli, BCCI React; Tributes Flood Social Media
Sunil Chhetri's Retirement Announcement: Fans, sports personalities and others pay tributes to the Indian football icon Sunil Chhetri following his retirement announcement.
Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri announced on Thursday that he will retire from international football after the FIFA World Cup Qualifiers match against Kuwait, set to take place in Kolkata on June 6. Sunil Chhetri, who started his international career back in 2005, has played 150 matches in India colors and has scored 94 goals in a career that has spanned 19 years. Sports personalities, celebrities and fans alike flooded social media with all kinds of reactions and emotions after the news of Sunil Chhetri’s retirement.
Sunil Chhetri broke the news to the public by taking to his official social media handle where he uploaded an emotional video talking about his iconic football journey for India. "There is one day that I never forget and remember it quite often is the first time I played for my country man, it was unbelievable,” he mentions in the video.
Watch Sunil Chhetri’s Retirement Announcement Video
I'd like to say something... pic.twitter.com/xwXbDi95WV
— Sunil Chhetri (@chetrisunil11) May 16, 2024
Admirers Of Sunil Chhetri Pour Social Media With Reactions
Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli and Indian cricket's apex body, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) commented on Chhetri's video that has him announcing his retirement. Kohli, who has been known to be a close friend of Chhetri's, wrote, "My brother. PROUD." Fans expressed gratitude for the kind of positive influence Chhetri has had on the Indian football over the years. One fan tweeted, "The goal machine The face of Indian football," highlighting the kind of impact Chhetri has had during his playing days.
Virat Kohli's comment on Sunil Chhetri's retirement post. 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/Qtm6X0PpQl
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 16, 2024
Your career has been nothing short of extraordinary and you have been a phenomenal icon for Indian football and Indian sports. Go well, Captain! #TeamIndia https://t.co/g2a0yXRv5i
— BCCI (@BCCI) May 16, 2024
End of an era! Sunil Chhetri, a true legend and an inspiration to millions. Your passion, dedication, and unforgettable moments on the field have left an indelible mark on the sport.
— Dr. Sanjiv Goenka (@DrSanjivGoenka) May 16, 2024
Thank you for the memories and the legacy you leave behind. Here's to your next chapter! 🌟👏… https://t.co/RwHTTQFWoI
Never wanted to see this happen , i wish I could do something to change your mind but i also understand why it is happening bhai. The whole country needs to celebrate your International career on the 6th of June the way you deserve. My Captain https://t.co/L3Fd5buXk1
— Gurpreet Singh Sandhu (@GurpreetGK) May 16, 2024
Sunil Chhetri is the 4th most goal scorer in International Men's Football for national side (🇮🇳), with 94 goals in 150 matches 💥
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) May 16, 2024
Happy Retirement for Indian Football Legend @chetrisunil11 👏#SunilChhetri pic.twitter.com/0dWN9EoKt0
India Football captain Sunil Chhetri to retire on June 6. 🥺
— Royal Challengers Bengaluru (@RCBTweets) May 16, 2024
What a ride this has been, skipper! 94 international goals, so many laurels, an unbroken conviction and you’ve inspired so many young Indians to dream big. ⚽️🫡
Happy farewell to the No.11 but India’s #1,… pic.twitter.com/s3hEuXFjq3
Your legacy on and off-the-field will always be remembered! 💙
— Indian Football Team (@IndianFootball) May 16, 2024
You have always been and will continue to inspire us.
Thank you @chetrisunil11 for your leadership, dedication and commitment to Indian football.
©️aptain. Leader. Legend.#IndianFootball ⚽️ #ThankYouSC11 https://t.co/AO2T0eNeoW
Happy Retirement Legend
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) May 16, 2024
The goal machine
The face of Indian football
Thanks for all the kicks!#SunilChhetri #IndianFootball pic.twitter.com/VhDfO4ovm2
O Captain! My Captain! 💙
— The Cinéprism (@TheCineprism) May 16, 2024
End of an Era. Thank you Sunil Chhetri.#SunilChhetri pic.twitter.com/pKBepgukrm
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