Zaheer Khan one of the most successful Indian bowlers ever announced his retirement from International Cricket on Thursday. Here is how his former teammates and the cricket world has given him a send off...
Sachin Tendulkar: "One of the coolest pace bowlers I know. He was a bowler who could 'out think' the batsman most of the times. Always up for a challenge. I am sure he will do well as he begins a new chapter in his life. Wishing @ImZaheer all success in his retired life".
Dhoni: "Well done ZAK on a fantastic career.without U it wd hve been very difficult to achieve what the ICT did.most clever fast bowler I know. Life has just started now, U still can and definitely will contribute a lot to Indian Cricket. Wish U all the success".
Anil Kumble: "Wonderful to have played with you Zak @ImZaheer great bowler great skill! Best wishes for the future."
VVS Laxman: "Congrats @ImZaheer on an outstanding career. Was a pleasure playing with u.Will always cherish the gr8 time we had while playing for Ind. I am sure @ImZaheer will continue to contribute to Ind cricket especially in the development of young fast bowlers.#LEGEND".
Virat Kohli: "To a great fast bowler & an even greater person, I wish you luck in all future endeavours @ImZaheer bhai. You have inspired many like me."
Harbhajan Singh: "What a bowler mr khan and supper dildar yar. God bless you my brother. Love you zakiiiiiiiii".
Rohit Sharma: "Enjoyed every spell u've bowled whether it's from slips or on TV!Great competitor,super human & most importantly a great friend. Count..."
Suresh Raina: "My go-to man. Perfect gentleman. Big Brother. And a legend in his own right. Good luck for your new innings @ImZaheer Wonderful to know u".
Harsha Bhogle: "When you have a relaxed conversation with @ImZaheer you realise what a shrewd and intelligent cricketer he was. Wish him well".
BCCI: "So long, Zaheer Khan. Thank you for all your brilliance on the cricket field".
ICC: "Congratulations to @ImZaheer on a fantastic international career!".
Sachin Tendulkar: "One of the coolest pace bowlers I know. He was a bowler who could 'out think' the batsman most of the times. Always up for a challenge. I am sure he will do well as he begins a new chapter in his life. Wishing @ImZaheer all success in his retired life".
Dhoni: "Well done ZAK on a fantastic career.without U it wd hve been very difficult to achieve what the ICT did.most clever fast bowler I know. Life has just started now, U still can and definitely will contribute a lot to Indian Cricket. Wish U all the success".
Anil Kumble: "Wonderful to have played with you Zak @ImZaheer great bowler great skill! Best wishes for the future."
VVS Laxman: "Congrats @ImZaheer on an outstanding career. Was a pleasure playing with u.Will always cherish the gr8 time we had while playing for Ind. I am sure @ImZaheer will continue to contribute to Ind cricket especially in the development of young fast bowlers.#LEGEND".
Virat Kohli: "To a great fast bowler & an even greater person, I wish you luck in all future endeavours @ImZaheer bhai. You have inspired many like me."
Harbhajan Singh: "What a bowler mr khan and supper dildar yar. God bless you my brother. Love you zakiiiiiiiii".
Rohit Sharma: "Enjoyed every spell u've bowled whether it's from slips or on TV!Great competitor,super human & most importantly a great friend. Count..."
Suresh Raina: "My go-to man. Perfect gentleman. Big Brother. And a legend in his own right. Good luck for your new innings @ImZaheer Wonderful to know u".
Harsha Bhogle: "When you have a relaxed conversation with @ImZaheer you realise what a shrewd and intelligent cricketer he was. Wish him well".
BCCI: "So long, Zaheer Khan. Thank you for all your brilliance on the cricket field".
ICC: "Congratulations to @ImZaheer on a fantastic international career!".