Amid swirling speculations regarding Virat Kohli's potential retirement from Test cricket, former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu has taken to social media to express his support and admiration for the batting maestro. In a heartfelt message, Rayudu urged Kohli to reconsider any thoughts of stepping away from the longest format of the game, emphasizing his continued importance to the Indian team.
Rayudu's tweet read, "Virat Kohli please don’t retire.. The Indian team needs you more than ever. You have so much more in the tank. Test cricket will not be the same without you walking out to battle it out for Team India.. Please reconsider.." The message conveyed Rayudu's admiration for Kohli's contributions to Indian cricket and his desire to see him continue playing.
The cricket fraternity has been abuzz with speculation about Kohli's future in Test cricket. While Kohli has not officially announced his retirement, his recent performances and comments have fueled the debate. Rayudu's tweet is a testament to the admiration and respect that many in the cricket community have for Kohli.
Ambati Rayudu Clarifies 'Eye For An Eye' Comment Amid India-Pakistan Tensions
Former Indian cricketer Ambati Rayudu has clarified his stance on the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict after facing backlash on social media for a tweet that seemed to advocate for a different approach to conflict resolution.
Rayudu's initial tweet, "An eye for an eye makes the world blind," quoted Mahatma Gandhi's philosophy on non-violence. However, the tweet was deleted after it was posted, amid rising tensions between India and Pakistan.
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In a follow-up tweet, Rayudu sought to clarify his position, stating, "I’d like to clarify a recent comment I made regarding the border situation, which appears to have been misunderstood. That was never my intention, and I would like to set the record straight." He emphasized his support for the Indian government and the brave Indian Army, expressing solidarity with the nation's actions.
Rayudu reaffirmed his backing for the government's decisive leadership under Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian Army's efforts. He tweeted, "In these sensitive times, I stand with our government—under the decisive leadership of Hon’ble PM @narendramodi ji—taking strong action through #OperationSindhoor, I stand firmly with our brave #IndianArmy and wholeheartedly share the sentiments of my fellow citizens."
Rayudu concluded his message with "Jai Hind. Jai Bharat," reasserting his patriotism and support for the nation. His clarification aimed to address the backlash and demonstrate his solidarity with India during a time of heightened tension with Pakistan.
