MS Dhoni retires: Twitter reacts to Indian batting legends shock announcement

After MS Dhoni announced his retirement from Test cricket, on Tuesday, there was a lot of buzz on Twitter.

Dhoni, who captained India in 60 Test matches announced his retirement with immediate effect, after the third Test match between India and Australia ended in a draw.

Virat Kohli, who captained India in the opening Test will guide the side for the fourth and the final match, following Dhoni's retirement from the longest format of the game. The 33-year-old will still lead India in One Day Internationals (ODI's) and T20s.

Below are some Twitter reactions from current and ex-cricketers:

well done on a wonderful career in test cricket @msdhoni. Always enjoyed playing together. Next target 2015 WC my friend!!
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) December 30, 2014

Valiant while you led. Valiant in your departure. #Respect @msdhoni pic.twitter.com/w6xdnebG3s
— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) December 30, 2014

New era for India starting in the New Year... Full of surprises MSD but the right decision. Well Done MSD !!
— Russel Arnold (@RusselArnold69) December 30, 2014

Love the way @msdhoni plays the game ... But it's now the right time for @imVkohli to take the Indian Test team in a new direction.....
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) December 30, 2014

Chennai 2 G, Great career MSD @msdhoni retired as captain. Way 2 go! Well done buddy on a fantastic test inning! Good luck! @BCCI #AUSvIND
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) December 30, 2014

MS Dhoni showed India what a tough man from a small town could dream and achieve. He has been a role model. Respect. #DhoniRetires
— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) December 30, 2014

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