New Delhi, May 11 -- Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has backed Rohit Sharma's decision to retire from Test cricket, stating that it was the 'right time' for the veteran batter to hang up his boots. Ganguly also called Rohit a good leader and appreciated his role in leading the side to victory in T20 World Cup and the recently concluded Champions Trophy.

Speaking to India Today, Ganguly said, "Retirement is everyone's individual decision. I also understand that this was the right time for him to hang his boots. He has played a lot of cricket for India and I would like to wish him all the best for his upcoming journey,"

"He was a good leader that's why he made India's captain. I am not at all surprised that he led India to the T20 Wo...