Former India opener Murali Vijay announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket on Monday, January 30. Vijay, who played his first match for India in 2008, took to Twitter to share the news.
In his career, Vijay played 61 Test matches and amassed 3982 runs. The 38-year also represented the country in 17 ODIs and 9 T20Is but majorly excelled in the longest format and got the tag of India’s Test specialist.
The news of Vijay’s retirement attracted good luck wishes from former and active cricketers.
Notably, Vijay was also part of India’s Champions Trophy triumph in 2013, and most of the heartwarming tributes for him came from the fellow champion teammates.
Rohit Sharma congratulated the Tamil Nadu cricketer on a fabulous career and wished him luck in future endeavours.
“Monka well done on your career bro, had a great time watching you play some of your masterpieces, specially in Australia. Good luck ahead bro.”
Monka well done on your career bro, had a great time watching you play some of your masterpieces, specially in Australia. Good luck ahead bro 🤗 @mvj888
— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) January 31, 2023
Shikhar Dhawan wished Vijay a great future ahead.
“Congratulations on this new phase of your life bro. May all your hopes and plans come true @mvj888”
Congratulations on this new phase of your life bro. May all your hopes and plans come true @mvj888 🤗 pic.twitter.com/27DOQbGcLc
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) January 31, 2023
Former India all-rounder Suresh Raina cherished the beautiful memories with his fellow Chennai Super Kings (CSK) teammate and shared a video along with a heartwarming message.
“Great memories to cherish playing together! Congrats on your achievements for the country and CSK! Wishin you the best for the future ahead @mvj888”
Great memories to cherish playing together! Congrats on your achievements for the country and CSK! Wishin you the best for the future ahead @mvj888 💛 pic.twitter.com/6SZsLNEmOU
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) January 30, 2023
Ravichandran Ashwin posted a picture with Vijay to wish him a happy retirement.
“Well done monk. @mvj888 Congratulations on a wonderful career and happy retirement”
Well done monk 👏👏. @mvj888 Congratulations on a wonderful career and happy retirement 🥂 pic.twitter.com/CDGOYZigsW
— Ashwin 🇮🇳 (@ashwinravi99) January 31, 2023
Ishant Sharma lauded the former India opener and admired his technique in the congratulatory wish.
“A true team player and a magnificent batsman, it was an honour to share the dressing room with you, @mvj888. Your elegant technique and unwavering spirit will always be remembered. Best of luck in your new innings #muralivijay #IndianCricket”
A true team player and a magnificent batsman, it was an honour to share the dressing room with you, @mvj888. Your elegant technique and unwavering spirit will always be remembered. Best of luck in your new innings #muralivijay #IndianCricket🇮🇳🏏 pic.twitter.com/nzz4OZWN8n
— Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) January 30, 2023
Cheteshwar Pujara, who has had many solid partnerships with Vijay, said it was a delight to play with him.
“Was a pleasure playing alongside you @mvj888 Congratulations on a fine career. Wishing you the best for all your future endeavours.”
Was a pleasure playing alongside you @mvj888 😊 Congratulations on a fine career. Wishing you the best for all your future endeavours. pic.twitter.com/toban1luZx
— Cheteshwar Pujara (@cheteshwar1) January 30, 2023
Robin Uthappa wished the cricketer a bright future ahead as well.
“What an amazing career it has been my brother @mvj888 Wish you the best in everything you do!! Keep shining and lots of love to you”
What an amazing career it has been my brother @mvj888 😊🙏🏽 Wish you the best in everything you do!! Keep shining and lots of love to you ❤️ pic.twitter.com/Z6bRYPJ4Az
— Robin Aiyuda Uthappa (@robbieuthappa) January 30, 2023
Karun Nair penned a congratulatory message and a picture, saying it was an honour to play alongside him.
“What an honour and privellege to have played along side you, Monk. Will always cherish the crazy memories on and off the field. Congratulations on an outstanding career, and to what lies ahead. @mvj888”
What an honour and privellege to have played along side you, Monk. Will always cherish the crazy memories on and off the field. Congratulations on an outstanding career, and 🍻 to what lies ahead. @mvj888 pic.twitter.com/eY0L3H2KVQ
— Karun Nair (@karun126) January 30, 2023
