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In a touching social media gesture, former Indian opener Shikhar Dhawan paid tribute to his longtime teammates Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli following their retirement from Test cricket. The social media post, which quickly went viral, was a moving acknowledgment of the years the trio spent together representing India at the highest level.
The retirement news came as a surprise to many cricket fans, marking the end of an era in Indian Test cricket. Rohit and Virat, both stalwarts of the modern game, announced their decision to step away from the longest format, after a disappointing Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25. Rohit, who captained the side in his later years, brought a calm authority to the top order, while Virat, one of the most successful Indian Test captains, redefined intensity and fitness standards in red-ball cricket.
Shikhar Dhawan’s touching Instagram post for Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli
Dhawan reflected on his journey with both stalwarts, writing that the pitch was not just a place for big shots, but also where lasting friendships were forged. He expressed pride in having shared the field with two of India’s finest batters – Rohit and Virat – and thanked them for the memories, laughter, and historic moments they created together. He added that Test cricket would surely miss their presence.
“Pitch par sirf shots nahi, yaariyaan bhi banti hain.(On the pitch, it’s not just shots that are made, but friendships too). Proud to have shared the field with two of the finest, @rohitsharma45 and @virat.kohli. Thank you for the memories, the laughs, and the moments that created history. Test cricket will miss you,” Dhawan captioned his Instagram post.
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The trio left behind a legacy of unity and success
Rohit, Dhawan and Kohli formed one of Indian cricket’s most iconic trios of the modern era. Coming through the ranks around the same time, the three shared not only the dressing room but also a deep bond built on mutual respect, trust, and shared triumphs. Rohit and Shikhar used to provide India with explosive starts as openers, setting the stage for Kohli’s masterful touch.
Off the field, their camaraderie was equally strong. Fans often saw their playful banter, infectious laughter, and mutual support – moments that reflected genuine friendship amidst the intensity of elite sport. Together, they played a pivotal role in shaping India’s dominance across formats for over a decade. While Kohli brought passion, Dhawan added flair, and Rohit delivered elegance, their collective legacy is etched in cricketing history as a golden era of Indian batting excellence and unity.
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