India, May 8 -- Messages of appreciation have flooded in for Rohit Sharma since the announcement of his retirement from Test cricket on Wednesday evening, with the outgoing Indian captain calling it a day in the format after 67 matches in India's whites. Arguably the most meaningful statement comes from Indian legend Sachin Tendulkar, who took to his Instagram account to pay his respects for Rohit's career with a heartfelt message on his account.

Posting an image of Rohit with his captain's blazer, Sachin wrote in the caption of his Instagram post: "I remember presenting you with your Test cap in 2013 at Eden Gardens and then standing with you on the balcony of Wankhede Stadium the other day - your journey has been a remarkable one."

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