Lasith Malinga Retires: See How Mumbai Indians, Barmy Army and Others Reacted to Former Sri Lankan Pacerโs Decision of Quitting All Forms of Cricket
Malinga thus put an end to an illustrious career for Sri Lanka where he emerged as one of the world's best bowlers in limited-overs cricket. With an unorthodox slinging action, he was popular for nailing down yorkers and rattling the stumps. The 38-year old had captained Sri Lanka to the 2014 T20 World Cup in Bangladesh.
Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga, on Tuesday, announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. Taking to Twitter, he wrote, "Hanging up my #T20 shoes and #retiring from all forms of cricket! Thankful to all those who supported me in my journey, and looking forward to sharing my experience with young cricketers in the years to come." Following this announcement, Twitter was flooded with wishes for the former pacer, who was had emerged to be one of the best in the game.
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Thank you Mali for all the memories! ๐ https://t.co/is0hyXpF2q
โ Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) September 14, 2021
A throwback!
Time I first faced you in the Galle nets as a 18 year old net bowler to the Curly coloured hair icon you have left us with amazing memories!! Fantastic team mate.. wishing you all the very best my friend and thank you!! https://t.co/IV7HiZLh0i
โ Mahela Jayawardena (@MahelaJay) September 14, 2021
Legend indeed!
A legend bids adieu to the sport. Congratulations on a fabulous career, Lasith Malinga! ๐งก https://t.co/fTRj9KlV6x
โ SunRisers Hyderabad (@SunRisers) September 14, 2021
Abhinav Mukund hails Malinga as an 'inspiration'
An inspiration to anyone taking up cricket professionally from tennis ball,his unorthodox style redefined #t20 bowling. Many loved his death bowling,but my favourite was the inswinging yorker with the new ball.Happy retirement #lasithmalinga!#Legend #Yorkers #Retirement
โ Abhinav mukund (@mukundabhinav) September 14, 2021
See Barmy Army's tweet:
Best of luck in your retirement Lasith Malinga, some amazing battles over the years ๐ pic.twitter.com/qCMu4ZXKnu
โ England's Barmy Army (@TheBarmyArmy) September 14, 2021
The Yorker King!
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The yorker ๐ has called time on his playing career. The cricketing world will miss those deadly toe-crushers, Mali ๐๐ฅ#Malinga pic.twitter.com/XacAnufuPq
โ Punjab Kings (@PunjabKingsIPL) September 14, 2021
One of a kind:ย
Peththa ๐ช๐พ๐ช๐พ. How unique .. what a star .. one of a kind on and off the field .. Great memories . Well done on an amazing career and wish you well in retirement @ninety9sl pic.twitter.com/6MVzhiPl5D
โ Russel Arnold (@RusselArnold69) September 14, 2021
Happy Retirement!
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Happy Retirement #LasithMalinga.
โ Delhi Capitals (@DelhiCapitals) September 14, 2021
Check this tweet from Pragyan Ojha:
Congratulations malliโฆ. On a distinguished career! Wishing you the very best for your future endeavours. God bless ๐๐ผ๐๐ผ
โ Pragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha) September 14, 2021
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