Virat Kohli shocked the entire nation earlier this week, after announcing that he’s stepping down as Test captain of Indian cricket team.
The ace cricketer had served as a captain in the most extended format of the sport for nearly 7 years, and finally stepped-down after the scrutiny faced by him and his team following their 2-1 series loss in South Africa.
Soon after news of the cricketer stepping-down from captaincy became public, his wife and actress Anushka Sharma took to her social media, to share an emotional and heartfelt tribute to him and his journey as a captain thus far.
In a lengthy post, Anushka wrote for Virat:
“I remember the day in 2014 when you told me that you have been made the captain as MS had decided to retire from test cricket.
I remember MS, you, and I having a chat later that day and him joking about how quickly your beard will start turning grey. We all had a good laugh about it. Since that day, I’ve seen more than just your beard turning grey. I’ve seen growth. Immense growth. Around you and within you. And yes, I am very proud of your growth as the captain of the Indian National Cricket team and what achievements the team had under your leadership. But I’m more proud of the growth you achieved within you.”
She further added:
“In 2014 we were so young and naive. Thinking that just good intentions, positive drive, and motives can take you ahead in life. They definitely do but, not without challenges. A lot of these challenges that you faced were not always on the field. But then, this is life right? It tests you in places where you least expect it to but where you need it the most. And my love, I am so proud of you for not letting anything come in the way of your good intentions.”
She concluded her lengthy post by stating:
“Our daughter will see the learning of these 7 years in the father that you are to her.
You did good.”
Beautifully written by Anushka!
The couple truly leads by example when it comes to cheering for each other in tough times!