As all - rounder Irfan Pathan on Saturday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, Twitterati hailed his cricketing achievements and career milestones.
#IrfanPathan trended on Twitter with 4, 738 tweets.
Cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle tweeted: "Congratulations @IrfanPathan on an excellent career.
So many landmarks, so many highlights.
Remember the wide - eyed young man at the breakfast table in Australia growing to play a key role in so many memorable moments for India.
Then, the ball did the talking.
Now it would be the tongue. "
Irfan's former teammate Mohammad Kaif tweeted: "Congratulations on an excellent career @IrfanPathan.
Man of the Match in the T20 World Cup final and some outstanding performances over the years.
Wishing you some amazing time at commentary, photography and a lot more.
Stay Blessed!"
One fan tweeted: "Team India will miss you.
Two best matches in your life - - Test match hat - trick against Pakistan and Man of the Match in T20 final against Pakistan. "
"We loved your bowling at the start of the decade and now we love your commentary.
Waiting for tomorrow's match and your commentary, " said another fan.
One post read: "Thanks to Dhoni who ruined Irfan's career & my emotions.
Now, I watch cricket but there is no feeling. "
A user posted: "Indians will forever remember your hat - trick against Pakistan.
Many many thanks to you for giving moments of happiness to us Indians. "
"All the best for the second innings. . .
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