“It’s time to move on.” – with this, Indian dashing all-rounder Yuvraj Singh announced his retirement from international cricket on Monday, in Mumbai, at a media interaction, from his two-decade-long career.
Many celebs took to Twitter express shock and paid a tribute to India’s 2011 World Cup hero. From Anushka Sharma to Varun Dhawan, many tweeted to show their respect and emotions on Yuvraj’s decision, calling it “the end of an era”.
Here is how Bollywood stars wished all the success to Yuvraj in heartfelt posts:
Thank you for the memories @YUVSTRONG12 . You've been a warrior and inspiration to so many. I wish you the best in the next inning of your life 🌟🌟🌟
— Anushka Sharma (@AnushkaSharma) June 10, 2019
Yuviiii!!! You will always be a fighter and a star 🌟 Wish you the best for your new innings @YUVSTRONG12 ❤️🤗 pic.twitter.com/FjkY3epjqx
— Dia Mirza (@deespeak) June 11, 2019
Dearest @YUVSTRONG12 Wish you all the best in your life as you move forward 👍 Thank you for those 6 sixes 🏏 & all those wonderful times & moments when you entertained us playing for 🇮🇳 & in the IPL. Loads of love & good wishes always… xoxo 😘🏏🤗🏏 #Cricketlegend #friends pic.twitter.com/U0EpgKbx51
— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) June 11, 2019
This day will never happen again cause natural talent like @YUVSTRONG12 will never b born again … will miss u Yuvi … thank u 🙏🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/Drpbk2Aapo
— Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) June 10, 2019
Thank you so much for all the memories @YUVSTRONG12 ❤️❤️❤️you will always be my fave .. love always and all the best for everything that lies ahead my friend
— Huma Qureshi (@humasqureshi) June 10, 2019
An absolute champion, fighter & hero on and off the field. Thankyou @YUVSTRONG12 for all that you’ve done for cricket.
I’m sure this 2nd innings will be dedicated to more amazing work with @YOUWECAN 🙂 Good luck! #Yuvrajsingh #YuviRetires 🙁 pic.twitter.com/3v6tbhVFH6— Saiyami Kher (@SaiyamiKher) June 10, 2019
A tough decision to make.. not easy to hold back your tears. You have seen the highest highs and the lowest lows. Seen you from really close quarters you are and always be my most favorite.. cricketer and a friend. Have a blessed life. Waheguru🙏#yuvrajsingh #YuvrajSinghRetires
— ANGAD BEDI (@Imangadbedi) June 10, 2019
I would always be asked this question..who are your favourite cricketers n One of the names in my reply would always b ur name @YUVSTRONG12 …that’s never going to change ..The life n times of @YUVSTRONG12 …you will always b missed but never forgotten our friend our hero…❤️ pic.twitter.com/9353zv0miI
— Neha Dhupia (@NehaDhupia) June 10, 2019
Dear @YUVSTRONG12 .A heartbreaking brave decision.entertained us with ur brilliant innings always.Made India proud,true son of the soil,won for us,6 sixes,T-20 WC against England,is etched in our minds https://t.co/WD4hOSAYgo wishes for your futureendeavours.#YuvrajSinghretires
— Raveena Tandon (@TandonRaveena) June 10, 2019
Many congratulations @YUVSTRONG12 on your retirement. You have been, are and will remain one of the most inspirational sportsman ever! Thank you for all the wonderful memories. #YuviRetires
— Abhishek 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧 (@juniorbachchan) June 10, 2019
Dearest @YUVSTRONG12!!! You have inspired millions of Indians all over the world not only as a great cricketer but also as a person whose attitude towards life has been that of a complete WINNER. People like you don’t retire. We will always applaud your strength & courage.🙏😍 pic.twitter.com/Y90auVDj30
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) June 10, 2019
Legends don’t retire my brother. They become the inspiration for millions🌟 @YUVSTRONG12 Cricket 🏏 will miss u. Love u mere veer❤️ pic.twitter.com/afsMigRDqZ
— sonu sood (@SonuSood) June 10, 2019
Thank you @YUVSTRONG12 !!! Every Indian kid will always remember you for being a fighter who never gave up… on & off the pitch…
— arjunk26 (@arjunk26) June 10, 2019
https://twitter.com/Actor_Siddharth/status/1138012122980294656
So many memories, victories, World Cup, unforgettable 6 sixes in an over & so much more! @YUVSTRONG12 you are an inspiration to all Indians! Always making India proud! Wishing you all the happiness, luck & success for the future! You will be missed! Thank you for everything! pic.twitter.com/vo0JL7P0wK
— Anil Kapoor (@AnilKapoor) June 10, 2019
Thank u @YUVSTRONG12 for all the memories and always being a great ambassador of the game #yuvrajsinghretires pic.twitter.com/kLao4K45zM
— VarunDhawan (@Varun_dvn) June 10, 2019