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India is grateful for what you've done in tests as a player and a captain. You've been an absolute inspiration to me and everyone that has played with or against you. There are things I've learnt from you that I'm going to remember forever. Happy retirement to @rohitsharma45 one of the best captains that I've played under. Thank you Cap!,
wrote Gill in his Instagram story
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If he had not retired on social media...
BCCI attacked for mishandling Rohit Sharma's Test retirementYou have three choices right now: Bumrah, Shubman Gill, and KL Rahul,
said PrasadI think I’m okay with either of them (Gill or Bumrah). They’re considering both,
said PrasadWhy not, man? Why not? Since he’s fit now, why not
Prasad said in an interview with India TodayHe didn't take it (decision to retire from Tests) in a hurry. He didn't want to play T20Is post the World Cup (last year in the Americas) but it was his decision to play the other two formats. He must have thought well about what is best for him,
said Lad
His (Rohit's) aim is to win the 2027 ODI World Cup and then retire,
Lad told PTI Videos on WednesdayThe major thought would have been to give the next generation a chance, like he did just after the T20 World Cup last year,
said LadThis decision has nothing to do with the upcoming tour to England,
he added, when asked if Rohit wasn't confident of leading the side for the five-match away series beginning in JuneI can't say who will take what. It is the decision of the BCCI. But there are many who are ready for the captaincy. For example, Shubman Gill was made the vice-captain. KL Rahul is also a contender,
he addedFrom then to now, you have given your best to Indian cricket as a player and as a captain,
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I remember presenting your cap in 2013...
Sachin Tendulkar's heartfelt tribute to Rohit Sharma after Test retirementWell done, Rohit, on your Test career, and best wishes for what lies ahead,
concluded the Little Master in his commemorative post for the outgoing Indian Test captain, who amassed 4301 runs with 12 Test centuries over the span of his 11-year career in the longest format
I’m actually shocked. I didn’t know that he retired in the Test format. But I just want to wish him the best,
Rahane said at the Eden Gardens, visibly caught off-guardHe is a great player for India, but someone has to leave the game. My best wishes to him. He had a good career, he will play One Day for India and IPL... BCCI's work is to support the player. When I was part of BCCI, we thought he would be a great captain for India and so he was. We won World Cup, Champion's trophy, Test Cricket under him,
Ganguly told ANIThe retirement from Test cricket was on Rohit's mind since India won the Champions Trophy. A new WTC (World Test Championship) cycle was starting, and hence he thought this was the best time,
a source close to him told the agency
Maybe just for this series (against England) with Bumrah and then see how his fitness is,
Kumble told ESPNcricinfo
One can feel his presence in the dressing room. That's what you look at in a leader,
Patel told reporters earlier this weekFrom his debut in 2013 to his tenure as the 35th captain of the Indian Test team, Rohit Sharma’s red-ball journey has been one of evolution, resilience, and exemplary leadership,
the Indian cricket board said in a statement
Yes, there's always that feeling-he could have played a bit longer. He could have reached 100 Test matches, and only a few elite players have achieved that milestone. But he's made his decision, and that's fine. His career has been absolutely brilliant,
he added