New Delhi: Former India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh on Tuesday lavished praise on ex-India skipper Virat Kohli, describing him as "a legendary captain and a fantastic leader."
"Virat, I've seen you grow as a cricketer and as a person. From that young boy in the nets who would walk shoulder-to-shoulder with the legends of Indian cricket, you're now a legend yourself leading the way for a new generation,” Yuvraj said in a letter to Kohli.
The 2011 World Cup-winning star commended Kohli for his dedication and discipline and said that he had emerged as an inspiration for future generations.
"Your discipline in the nets, passion on the field and dedication to the sport inspires every kid in this country to pick up the bat and dream of putting on the blue jersey one day,” he said.
"You have elevated your level of cricket every single year and achieved so much already in this wonderful game. You have been a legendary captain and a fantastic leader," he added.
Yuvraj, who holds the record of fastest in T20 Internationals, recounted the times spent together with Kohli.
Yuvraj, who shares close association with sports brand PUMA, gifted a special edition of PUMA's golden boots to Kohli, one of India's most successful captains.
"Keep making the country proud,” Yuvraj added. (UNI)