Cricket world pays tribute as Murali Vijay announces retirement

By Mohan NasreJanuary 30, 2023

Cricket world pays tribute as Murali Vijay announces retirement

India's Murali Vijay leaves the pitch after he is bowled by England's James Anderson during the second day of the second test match between England and India at Lord's cricket ground in London, Friday, Aug. 10, 2018. (AP Photo/Kirsty Wigglesworth)

Announcing the decision, the 38-year-old shared a long message where he thanked the BCCI, Tamil Nadu Cricket Association, Chennai Super Kings, and Chemplast Sanmar for giving him opportunities to play cricket.

@BCCI @TNCACricket @IPL @ChennaiIPL pic.twitter.com/ri8CCPzzWK
— Murali Vijay (@mvj888) January 30, 2023

After this announcement, many former players took to social media to pay tribute to Murali Vijay. Anil Kumble, VVS Laxman, Munaf Patel, and Piyush Chawla are among the former cricketers who wished him well on his retirement.

Congratulations on a wonderful career! All the best Vijay in your second innings.
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) January 30, 2023

One of India’s most reliable openers in the last decade. Well done on a very fine career. You can be mighty proud of what you have achieved and wish you the very best in the next innings of your life. https://t.co/BCraOdJP4K
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) January 30, 2023

A true team player and a magnificent batsman, it was an honour to share the dressing room with you, @mvj888. Your elegant technique and unwavering spirit will always be remembered. Best of luck in your new innings #muralivijay #IndianCricket🇮🇳🏏 pic.twitter.com/nzz4OZWN8n
— Ishant Sharma (@ImIshant) January 30, 2023

Congratulations on an incredible career 🏏💥 MONK @mvj888 Wishing you the best for your 2nd innings! 👏🏻😇✨

Once a King 👑 Always a King 🤴🏻#MuraliVijay #Retirement #TheMonk #LKK #LycaKovaiKings 👑 pic.twitter.com/5p1JD9zQi9
— Lyca Kovai Kings (@LycaKovaiKings) January 30, 2023

1️⃣2️⃣ centuries
1️⃣5️⃣ half-centuries
3️⃣ IPL trophies 🏆
1️⃣ Champions League 🏆

Thank you for some core 🏏 memories, Murali Vijay!

New innings, #AavaDe! 💫 @mvj888
[📸 @TheQuint ] pic.twitter.com/YuxGgTiVRr
— Gujarat Titans (@gujarat_titans) January 30, 2023

A whole lot of Yellove memories come rushing in! The catches in the deep, the iconic celebration after your tons! Super Thanks for everything, Monk! 💛 #WhistlePoduForever #Yellove 🦁💛 pic.twitter.com/vSx6SSI16H
— Chennai Super Kings (@ChennaiIPL) January 30, 2023

Having last played for India in 2018, Murali Vijay has called time on his international career.

Details 👇https://t.co/CzVzj6DVeL
— ICC (@ICC) January 30, 2023

Vijay scored 3982 runs in 61 Test matches for India and registered 12 Test centuries at an average of 38.28. Vijay has also played 106 matches in the IPL and has scored 2619 runs at an average of 25.93.

India Cricket Team Murali Vijay

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