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Ever since Virat Kohli announced his decision to quit Test captaincy on Saturday via social media, the tribute posts for the former skipper kept pouring in from all walks of society. BCCI congratulated the skipper for the several laurels which he brought to Indian cricket and even Sir Vivian Richards could not stop but applaud Kohli for his contribution to the game of cricket and regarded him as amongst the best leaders.
A day after, Kohli's wife Anushka Sharma posted an emotional heartfelt note on Instagram, recalling the moment when Kohli donned the skipper's cap after MSD moved on from the responsibility. She wrote, "I remember the day in 2014 when you told me that you have been made the captain as MS had decided to retire from test cricket. I remember MS, you & I having a chat later that day & him joking about how quickly your beard will start turning grey. We all had a good laugh about it. Since that day, I’ve seen more than just your beard turning grey."
Adding further, she admitted to the fact that she has seen her husband after taking over the mantle of leadership from MS Dhoni. “I’ve seen growth. Immense growth. Around you & within you. And yes, I am very proud of your growth as the captain of the Indian National Cricket team & what achievements the team had under your leadership. But I’m more proud of the growth you achieved within you,” she added.
"Our daughter will see the learning of these 7 years in the father that you are to her. You did good", Anushka wrote at the end.