Rohit Sharma made his Test debut in 2013 & went on to represent India in 67 matches, amassing 4,301 runs at an average of 40.57. The elegant right-hander from Mumbai registered 12 centuries and 18 fifties, with a career-best 212 against South Africa in 2019. As captain, Rohit led India in 24 Tests, guiding the side to 12 wins, nine defeats and three draws.
After the veteran’s retirement announcement, heartfelt tributes and messages of admiration poured in from the cricketing fraternity, lighting up social media with gratitude and respect.
Cricket fraternity reacts to Rohit’s retirement on social media.
A bond beyond jerseys 🫶
Ajinkya Rahane honours Rohit Sharma’s incredible Test career with a message full of respect and emotion 🫂#TATAIPL | #KKRvCSK | #RohitSharma pic.twitter.com/gbLAL2c7ti
— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 7, 2025
Thank you, Captain 🫡🫡
End of an era in whites!@ImRo45 bids adieu to Test cricket. He will continue to lead India in ODIs.
We are proud of you, Hitman 🫡🫡 pic.twitter.com/azlpZFWdhn
— BCCI (@BCCI) May 7, 2025
Well done on a successful career Rohit @ImRo45 a super captain ..very proud of the achievements
— Sourav Ganguly (@SGanguly99) May 7, 2025
From a free flowing opener to a composed captain, Rohit’s growth in Test cricket has been admirable. He played the game his way – with balance, belief and quiet strength. Well played, @ImRo45.
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) May 7, 2025
Rohit your contribution to the test format has been immense and you have led the side wonderfully in the last few years, it was a pleasure sharing the crease with you…Wishing you all the best for future and hoping to see a lot more of you in ODI’s. pic.twitter.com/ViWnM2sFnN
— Cheteshwar Pujara (@cheteshwar1) May 7, 2025
A master, a leader & a gem! #RohitSharma pic.twitter.com/C6RgU6P18n
— Gautam Gambhir (@GautamGambhir) May 7, 2025
Test cricket asks a lot of you – grit, patience, and character. Brotherman, you gave it everything and yet made it look effortless. From a quiet fighter to a leader at the top, your journey in whites has been special. Proud of you, go well 🤗❤️ @ImRo45 #RohitSharma
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) May 7, 2025
Congratulations @ImRo45 on a remarkable test career ! Wishing you all the best
— Angelo Mathews (@Angelo69Mathews) May 7, 2025
Rohit Sharma’s legacy extends beyond the numbers 🙏🏼. A true champion, an inspiring leader, and a passionate player who gave his all to the game. His impact on Indian cricket will be felt for years to come 💕 #RohitSharmaLegend pic.twitter.com/3RhPeJ9qSU
— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) May 8, 2025
Rohit bhai, sharing the crease with you in whites was nothing less than a blessing. Thank you for everything 🙂 pic.twitter.com/UkQ463aqrG
— Yashasvi Jaiswal (@ybj_19) May 7, 2025
Countless memories, magnificent moments.
Thank you, Captain 🫡🫡#RohitSharma pic.twitter.com/l6cudgyaZC
— BCCI (@BCCI) May 7, 2025
The walks from the pavilion, the silent understanding between the 22 yards, the shared laughs in the dressing room, and the dominating mindset in the middle.
Glad to have shared these memories in the whites with you @ImRo45 🫂#RohitSharma #TestCricket pic.twitter.com/O8LOV67hA5
— Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) May 7, 2025
