New Delhi, May 13 -- Virat Kohli announced his retirement from the Test format of cricket on Monday (May 12) sending shockwaves across the world. Many cricketing greats including Sachin Tendulkar and AB de Villiers congratulated the star batter.

Athletes from other sports also heaped praises on Kolhi on his big day. Conor Anthony McGregor, professional mixed martial artist and former Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) shared a heartfelt story for the 36-year-old.

Conor McGregor, the Irish MMA veteran and the first fighter to hold UFC championships in two weight classes simultaneously, appreciated Virat Kohli.

"Enjoy retirement brother Virat! Huge congrats on a stellar cricket career!" McGregor posted in an Instagram story.

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