Legendary Indian women’s cricketer Mithali Raj decided to hang her boots from all formats of the game on June 8, drawing curtains to a memorable career.
From Jay Shah to Anil Kumble, several personalities took to social media to pay tributes to the icon.
“A wonderful career comes to an end! Thank you @M_Raj03 for your immense contribution to Indian cricket. Your leadership on the field has brought much glory to the National women’s team. Congratulations for an illustrious innings on the field and best wishes for your next innings!” wrote Jay Shah.
“Congratulations @M_Raj03 on a glorious career. You are a role model and an inspiration to many. Wishing you the very best in your second innings,” wrote Anil Kumble.
“Your contribution to Indian Cricket has been phenomenal. Congratulations @M_Raj03 on an amazing career. You leave behind a rich legacy. We wish you all the very best for your second innings,” wrote BCCI.
“To play for India 🇮🇳 is a dream a very few fulfill and to be able represent the nation for 23 years is just amazing.
You have been a pillar to Women’s Cricket in India and have shaped the lives of many young girls. Many congratulations on a phenomenal career @M_Raj03,” tweeted VVS Laxman.
