Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh has penned a heartwarming letter to the former Indian captain Virat Kohli on Tuesday (February 22) and labelled him as a legend.
Yuvraj and Kohli shared a magical bond that dates back to more than a decade. Gifting Kohli a pair of special edition of PUMA’s golden boots, Yuvraj shared an emotional post. Taking to his official Twitter handle, Yuvraj Singh wrote:
“To the little boy from Delhi @imvkohliI 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!”
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! pic.twitter.com/mwVPPh0JwU— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) February 22, 2022
“You’re now a legend yourself leading the way for a new generation” – Yuvraj Singh on Virat Kohli
In the latter addressed to Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh stated that the passion and discipline of the former towards the game inspires young kids to play cricket.
“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 in the nets, passion on the field and dedication to the sport inspires every young kid in this country to pick up the bat and dream of putting on the blue jersey one day,” wrote Yuvraj in the letter.
Stating Virat Kohli a superstar, Yuvraj Singh urged the 33-year-old to continue making the country proud.
“You have elevated your level of cricket every single year and achieved so much already in this wonderful game. You have been a legendary captain and a fantastic leader. Always keep the fire inside you burning. You’re a superstar. Here’s a special golden boot for you. Keep making the country proud,” he added.
