New Delhi, Aug. 24 -- Cheteshwar Pujara's retirement evoked admiration from legendary batter and 'Master Blaster' Sachin Tendulkar, who penned a special note to congratulate the "pillar of the team" for the contributions he made throughout his remarkable 15-year-long career.

Pujara, an old-fashioned batter who prioritised red-ball cricket, made his debut in October 2010. He represented India in 103 Tests and five ODIs before being axed from the setup in the last two years.

"Pujara, it was always reassuring to see you walk out at No.3. You brought calm, courage, and a deep love for Test cricket every time you played. Your solid technique, patience, and composure under pressure have been a pillar for the team," Sachin wrote on X.

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