Yahoo Sports· 1h ago· 1 min read
NEW DELHI: Ajinkya Rahane's decision to retire from international cricket on Thursday triggered an outpouring of tributes from some of Indian sport's biggest names, with Sachin Tendulkar leading the emotional farewell by recalling the qualities that defined the veteran batter's remarkable career.
Rahane, who represented India in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is between 2011 and 2023, brought the curtain down on an international career highlighted by his calm leadership during India's historic 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy triumph in Australia.
Among the many messages, Tendulkar's stood out for its personal touch, having shared both the Mumbai dressing room and the crease with Rahane early in his career.
"Congratulations on a remarkable career, @ajinkyarahane88. The first time we batted together for Mumbai, I saw someone who never chased moments. They came to you because you were…
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