Today India saw the news that made whole India emotional. We are talking about Yuvraj Singh announcing the end of his cricket career with a press conference in Mumbai. In the conference, Yuvraj confirmed his retirement from all types of cricket. After the announcement, a short video was played showcasing his relationship with his parents.
During the press conference, Yuvraj got very emotional and couldn’t hold back his tears. “I have been playing international cricket on and off for 17 years. Now, it is time to say goodbye, to move on and walk away. It has been a roller coaster ride and a great story but it has to come to an end,” Yuvraj said.
Indian cricketers took to Twitter to congratulate him for his wonderful career.
Virat Kohli
Congratulations on a wonderful career playing for the country paji. You gave us so many memories and victories and I wish you the best for life and everything ahead. Absolute champion. @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/LXSWNSQXog
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) June 10, 2019
Virender Sehwag
Players will come and go,but players like @YUVSTRONG12 are very rare to find. Gone through many difficult times but thrashed disease,thrashed bowlers & won hearts. Inspired so many people with his fight & will-power. Wish you the best in life,Yuvi #YuvrajSingh. Best wishes always pic.twitter.com/sUNAoTyNa8
— Virender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) June 10, 2019
VVS Laxman
It’s been an absolute pleasure playing with Yuvi. You will go down as one of the greatest players in the history of the game. You have been an inspiration to us with your resilience,determination & above all the love & passion you showed towards the game. Good luck @YUVSTRONG12 ! pic.twitter.com/vlXUdkgJSz
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) June 10, 2019
Mohammad Kaif
One of the greatest match-winners in the history of the game,a fighter who built an extraordinary career through difficult challenges & came out a winner every time-We all are so proud of you #YuvrajSingh , u can be very proud of what u have you done for our country @YUVSTRONG12 pic.twitter.com/w4wUe31De0
— Mohammad Kaif (@MohammadKaif) June 10, 2019
Aakash Chopra
One of the most talented Indian batsmen…one of the biggest match-winners. Go well, Yuvraj Singh. May your second innings be as swashbuckling as the first one☺️🤗 #ThankYouYuvi
— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) June 10, 2019
Not only cricketers, but brands also came up with some creative posts on social media to make the full use of this opportunity as moment marketing.
Zomato
https://twitter.com/ZomatoIN/status/1138009219620384768
Netflix India
Suggesting titles for Yuvraj Singh now that he's retiring:
Singh is Kinng
Boss
Hero
Legend
Miss You Already
P.S. I Love You#YuviRetires— Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) June 10, 2019
Pulse
We'll miss U V much! @YUVSTRONG12 #PranJaayeParPulseNajaaye #YuvrajSingh pic.twitter.com/t7ZtcYIXyf
— Pulse (@PassPass_Pulse) June 10, 2019
Indigo
Legends never retire @YUVSTRONG12 #Legend #TeamIndia #YuvrajSingh pic.twitter.com/CI2Qp9aoxc
— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) June 10, 2019
Tata Sky
https://www.instagram.com/p/ByiUjnWDgpa/
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