Legends and Pundits react as AB de Villiers calls it a day from all forms of cricket

Congratulations on a fabulous career . One of the true modern day greats and an inspiration for so many. Wish you the very best in your second innings.

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281)

Superman without the cape. There’s little that he couldn’t do on a cricket field. Privileged to have watched a genius in action. Above all…a wonderful ambassador of our lovely sport. Thank You for the countless memories. Go well in your second innings, AB.

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash)

This hurts my heart but I know you've made the best decision for yourself and your family like you've always done. 💔I love you 💔

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli)

Your contribution to cricket has been immense 🙌 A true legend of this beautiful game and a wonderful athlete. Good luck for whatever the future has in store for you 😊

— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25)

Absolutely loved watching play the game .. You could argue across all formats that he was as good on the eye of anyone who has played the game ..

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan)

All the best champion in your second innings. We thoroughly enjoyed your batting exploits over the years sometimes at the receiving end but what a career! Truly inspirational and path breaking. Happy retirement !

— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074)

Congratulations on an outstanding career and thank you for showing how to evolve and add new dimensions to one’s skill set! I believe someone who can come close to you in the years to come will be , the onus is on you fella 👍

— Pragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha)

Legend .. Happy Retirement from playing AB .. 👍

— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan)

There is no doubt in my mind that has been one of the most influential players of his generation. A genius, a true successor to Lara. Wish you well AB. I am sure your countless fans at will want to give you a befitting send-off. You were a great combo.

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha)

Congratulations on a fabulous career.. brilliant guy on and off the field. Wishing you all the very best in your future. Pure class 👏👏

— Mahela Jayawardena (@MahelaJay)

Lara genius. AB genius.

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha)