Mumbai: India skipper Virat Kohli fell short of words to pay his tribute to MS Dhoni, saying he will always consider the legendary wicketkeeper-batsman his captain.
Dhoni quit international cricket on Saturday, thus drawing curtains on an illustrious and a trophy-laden career.
The decision ended speculation around the international future of the enigmatic 39-year-old, who quit Test cricket in 2014 and had not featured for India since the side’s semi-final exit at the ODI World Cup in July last year.
The 39-year-old represented the country in 350 ODIs, 90 Tests and 98 T20s with a staggering 829 dismissals behind the stumps.
Words fall short a lot of times in life and I think this is one of those moments. All I can say is you will always be the guy who sat in the last seat of the bus. Not saying much but your presence, aura say a lot, Kohli said in a video message posted by BCCI on Twitter.
‘For me, you have always been that guy and I am sure you will continue to be so. We have shared a great friendship, camaraderie and understanding and that has happened because you always played for the same goal which is to make the team win.’
‘It’s been a pleasure playing alongside and under you. You have shown faith and belief in me which I’ll always be grateful for. I wish you the best in the next phase of life. I’ve always said this and I will say it again, you will always be my captain,’ added Kohli.