Yuvraj Singh wrote a heartfelt message for Virat Kohli

Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh wrote an emotional letter to star batter Virat Kohli on Tuesday, detailing how he has witnessed the ex-captain grow as a cricketer and as a person. Yuvraj and Kohli have both played for the Indian national cricket team and the Royal Challengers Bangalore, and they have a special bond both on and off the field.

Yuvraj emphasized how Kohli’s hard work and dedication inspired many players across the country, and he expressed his desire to see many more memorable knocks from the India star in run chases.

To the little boy from Delhi @imvkohli. I’d like to dedicate this special shoe to you in honour of your career and time as captain, which has brought smiles to millions of fans around the world. I hope you stay the way you are, play the way you do, and continue to make your country proud “Yuvraj Singh took to Twitter.

I’ve seen you grow as a cricketer and as a person, Virat.” You’ve gone from being a young boy in the nets who would walk shoulder-to-shoulder with Indian cricket legends to creating a legacy of your own. “Your discipline, passion, and dedication to the game inspire every young kid in this country to pick up a bat and dream of one day donning the blue jersey,” Yuvraj wrote in the letter.

Year after year, you have raised your level of play in cricket, and you have accomplished so much in this wonderful game that I am even more excited to see Your career is about to embark on a new chapter. You’ve been a legendary captain and an incredible leader. It will be great to see many more of your famous runs,” he concluded.

Yuvraj also gave Kohli a special edition pair of golden boots, writing that the star batter may be known as ‘King Kohli’ to the rest of the world, but he’ll always be Cheeku to him.

Mere liye hamesha Cheeku rahega aur duniya ke liye King Kohli ke liye. Keep the fire always burning within you. You’re a rock star. Here’s a golden boot just for you. Continue to make your country proud!” Yuvraj summed up.