#ThankYouKing! Fans React as Kohli's Stint as India's T20 Captain Ends

India vs Namibia, T20 World Cup: While some fans thanked Kohli on Twitter, others wished him the very best for the future.

Dubai: Virat Kohli thanked the support staff as his stint as India T20 captain came to an end after the emphatic win over Namibia on Monday by nine wickets in Dubai. Kohli admitted that it has been an honour to lead the side in the shortest format and confessed there is a lot of pressure attached to the job. Kohli, who is one of the greatest cricketers of recent times, received massive applause from fans as they thanked him for his contribution.Also Read - Ravi Shastri's Last Dressing-Room Speech as India Coach to Virat Kohli & Co: 'You Guys Have Exceeded Expectations'

While some fans thanked Kohli on Twitter, others wished him the very best for the future. Also Read - No Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul; Dinesh Karthik Picks His T20 World Cup Team of The Tournament

Here is how fans reacted: Also Read - Virender Sehwag on Should Virat Kohli Continue as Team India Captain in ODI, Tests

After the win, a ‘relieved’ Kohli thanked everyone for being around the team and admitted that it was an honour leading the side.

“Relief firstly (on leaving T20I captaincy). It’s been a honor but things need to be kept at the right perspective. I felt this was the right time to manage my workload. It’s been six or seven years of heavy workload and there is a lot of pressure. The guys have been fantastic, I know we haven’t got the results here but we have played some really good cricket. A big thank you to all those guys (Ravi Shastri and his support staff). They have done a great job over the years, creating such a wonderful environment for the players.” Kohli at the post-match presentation.

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