Virat Kohli remembers Yuvraj Singh’s comeback from most cancers, thanks him for ‘shoe’ gesture

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Kohli recalled the southpaw’s comeback from most cancers and acknowledged that it’s going to stay an inspiration for generations forward. “Yuvi Pa thank you for this lovely gesture. Your comeback from cancer will always be an inspiration for people from all walks of life, not just cricket. You have always been generous and caring for the people around you. I wish you all the happiness, God bless @YUVSTRONG12. Rab rakha,” Kohli wrote on Twitter.

Earlier, Yuvraj had expressed his want of seeing extra memorable knocks from India’s star batter.

“To the little boy from Delhi @imvkohli. I want to dedicate this special shoe to you, celebrating your career n time as captain which has brought smiles to millions of fans all over the world. I hope you stay the way you are, play the way you do and keep making the country proud,” Yuvraj Singh tweeted.

“Virat, I’ve seen you grow as a cricketer and as a person. From that young boy in the nets who would walk shoulder-to-shoulder with the legends of Indian cricket, you’re now a legend yourself leading the way for a new generation. Your discipline and passion on the field and dedication to the sport inspire every young kid in this country to pick up the bat and dream of putting on the blue jersey one day,” Yuvraj wrote within the letter.

Virat Kohli and Yuvraj Singh. (File)

“You have elevated your level of cricket every single year and achieved so much already in this wonderful game that it makes me even more excited to watch you embark on this new chapter in your career. You have been a legendary captain and a fantastic leader. I’m expecting many more of your famous run chases,” he added.

Kohli not too long ago stepped down as India’s captain from all three codecs however Yuvraj, who holds the document of quickest fifty in T20I’s, hoped that Kohli would maintain his insatiable starvation to succeed so long as he’s enjoying.

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With inputs from TheIndianEXPRESS

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