Virender Sehwag, also known as the Nawab of Najafgarh was one of those Indian cricketers that left a mark in sporting history with his unique explosive style of batting. His signature shots not only made him immensely popular with fans, but he was also loved and respected by his team mates and opponents alike.
Sehwag with Dhoni | Source: Reuters
As Viru bids farewell to the world of cricket and millions of fans who will remember him, here’s how his fellow sports-persons paid tributes.
Salute salute salute Salute to the Legend @virendersehwag wish you and family the best for future. Go well brother
— Harbhajan Singh (@harbhajan_singh) October 20, 2015 The legend I played with. The miracle I had the fortune of knowing. The most spectacular ever. Will miss u @virendersehwag
— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) October 20, 2015 Clear thinking and entertainment were things he used as his weapon.A thorough entertainer,congrats on a wonderful career @virendersehwag .
— Ashwin Ravichandran (@ashwinravi99) October 20, 2015 The original opener; the dare devil. Congratulations @virendersehwag paaji on a wonderful journey & all the best for the future. Rab Raakha
— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) October 20, 2015 Clear thinking n attacking stroke play is been hallmark of ur batting! thank u @virendersehwag for grt memories & wonderful friendship!!
— zaheer khan (@ImZaheer) October 20, 2015 Pleasure to have played with you @virendersehwag bhai. What an amazing career. Thanks for the guidance and the memories. Modern day legend!
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) October 20, 2015 Take a bow, Virender Sehwag. You brought joy to cricket lovers around the world. Wish you the best for the future. pic.twitter.com/wBZsKt3P7H
— BCCI (@BCCI) October 20, 2015 Didn’t see Viv Richards bat in person but I can proudly say I have witnessed Virender Sehwag tearing apart the best bowling attacks
— Mahendra Singh Dhoni (@msdhoni) October 20, 2015 Well done on your career legend. Been a privilege to play with and against you. Catch up soon. @virendersehwag https://t.co/gVrOjskOfc
— David Warner (@davidwarner31) October 20, 2015 He’s in the top 3 of partners I’ve ever batted with…he’s a freak show & a brilliant human! Congrats on a great career – @virendersehwag
— Kevin Pietersen (@KP24) October 20, 2015 There were tributes from all quarters including politics and entertainment
Every cricketer he played with has a joyous story about @virendersehwag . That’s also what he gave us fans, pure unbridled joy! #HBDSehwag
— Gaurav Kapur (@gauravkapur) October 20, 2015 Happy Birthday to Virender Sehwag from his biggest fan.
— Sanjay Manjrekar (@sanjaymanjrekar) October 20, 2015 What a joy you were to watch @virendersehwag , in parts sublime & in parts exasperating but always exciting. We shall miss watching you play.
— Omar Abdullah (@abdullah_omar) October 20, 2015 Since its official now, let me say it again: @virendersehwag , you are a true champion. Thank you for the memories, esp that 300 in Multan!
— Rajdeep Sardesai (@sardesairajdeep) October 20, 2015 Thank you @virendersehwag for giving us millions of glorious moments on the cricket field. We will miss you. Have a great life ahead.:)
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPkher) October 20, 2015 Will miss you on the field yaar @virendersehwag . U r the gentlest coolest & bravest of sportsmen I have ever come across. Love & health to u
— Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) October 20, 2015 Farewell to an explosive, swashbuckling, thrilling batsman. A man who played cricket the way it should be played. Thank you @virendersehwag .
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) October 20, 2015 . @virendersehwag leaves his signature on the game with his tremendous achievements. Loved his instinctive approach to batting & life. 1/2
— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 20, 2015 Had the best seat during most of his superlative performances on field. Am sure Viru’ll do much more to bring joy & smiles to our faces 2/2
— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) October 20, 2015 
