The news of Virat Kohli stepping down as India’s Test Cricket Captain came as a shock to innumerable fans in India and abroad. The man is nothing short of a legend as he led the team in 68 matches and brought home 40 wins. He also set a new standard for Indian cricket.
Amongst the many people who were saddened by the news of Virat Kohli leaving the captain’s hat was Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Amir. He took to Twitter to call him “brother”, a “true leader” and an inspiration. Have a look:
@imVkohli brother for me u are a true leader of upcoming generation in cricket because u are inspiration for young Cricketers. keep rocking on and of the field. pic.twitter.com/0ayJoaCC3k
— Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) January 15, 2022
This won the hearts of several people online who called it “sportsmanship”. Here’s how some reacted:
A great gesture from a cross the border.❤️ https://t.co/acTg4w9gfd
— Ishtiaq Khan (@ishtiaq787) January 16, 2022
True measure of success is your rivals respecting you just as much as your teammates ❤️ https://t.co/Gg3JCodT1E
— Rupin Kale (@Vegansportlover) January 16, 2022
“Kun faya kun comments section” like scene in comments👇 https://t.co/rjbgjP6ANv
— Bunty Chatriwala (@politicsmemer) January 16, 2022
This is what sportsmanship is like ❤️ https://t.co/Ol798UGdZl
— Samiksha Roy (@SamikshaRoy5) January 16, 2022
It’s not just us who are sad then. The man is respected immensely in international cricket and rightfully so! https://t.co/BwnhwrnvB3
— Sanaa (@sanaatadvi) January 16, 2022
U know what you have achieved isn't everyone's cup of tea when enemy is congratulating you. https://t.co/HU8sj9gqr7
— Mohammed Furkhan (@furkhan76) January 16, 2022
Pakistan me bhi Kohli ka itna pyaar dekh kr bahut accha laga
— B.S.rathorePatodi (@rYO714hrpP3pfI3) January 16, 2022
How sweet this tweet 😭❤️
Two Biggest rivalry countries are India & Pakistan still Pakistani player praising one Indian Player 😍❤️ this shows that how much Virat dedicated towards cricket and cricket has no religion 💥 pic.twitter.com/35pmX5aBfi
— Irfan Irru (@Irfan_irru_17) January 16, 2022
This should not only be an example of sportsman spirit, but also of friendship and peace! 🙂