 "Pele dies at 82: From VVS Laxman To Jasprit Bumrah, Indian cricketers pay tribute to the 'global icon'")
The demise of Brazil great Pele has unquestionably drawn the curtain on a golden era of football. One of the most cherished sports icons of all time, Pele passed away at Sao Paulo’s Albert Einstein hospital after a long battle with colon cancer. His family confirmed the news on Thursday night that the reason behind his death was multiple organ failure, resulting from the progression of cancer. Pele’s demise left the entire sporting world devastated. Read: Brazilian football legend Pele dies aged 82 Since the news broke, a number of sports personalities coming from every nook and corner of the planet have paid tribute to the legendary footballer. Big names from Indian cricket including Jasprit Bumrah, VVS Laxman, Harbhajan Singh and Virender Sehwag took to their respective social media handles and shared their condolences. Read: Messi, Neymar and football world mourn death of Pele Star pacer Jasprit Bumrah wrote on his personal Twitter, “RIP Pele. Inspiration around the world, a global icon, a legend.”
RIP Pele. An inspiration around the world, a global icon, a legend 🙏 pic.twitter.com/iHlVzBB7j4
— Jasprit Bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) December 29, 2022
Former cricketer VVS Laxman marked it as “the end of an era.” According to him, Pele has left a long-lasting mark which will no doubt inspire many generations to come. “My deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans, ’’ Laxman further added.
End of an Era. Some sportspersons leave a mark which inspires generations. The great Pele’s legacy and achievements will be cherished by many generations to come. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans.#Pele pic.twitter.com/mJNnyphLG0
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) December 29, 2022
India batter Suryakumar Yadav noted on Twitter, “You will be missed, king. You are an inspiration, an icon, a legend. Your legacy will live forever.”
You will be missed, king 💔
— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) December 29, 2022
Your are an inspiration, an icon, a legend. Your legacy will live forever. 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/N4FmEDsec1
Ex-Indian batter Virender Sehwag shared his “heartfelt condolences to Pele’s family and well-wishers all around the world.” In his words, the footballer was “a Magician on the field and one of the greatest sportspersons to have graced the planet.”
A Magician on the field and one of the greatest sportspersons to have graced the planet. Heartfelt condolences to his family and well wishers all around the world. #Pele pic.twitter.com/FVemHsZ5FB
— Virrender Sehwag (@virendersehwag) December 29, 2022
Former India coach and commentator Ravi Shastri termed Pele’s death an “irreplaceable loss to the sporting world.” The post had a picture-perfect frame of Pele smiling with replica of the three world cup trophies Brazil won with him in 1958, 1962 and 1970.
Irreplaceable loss to the sporting world.The heartbeat of football. A magician who mesmerized and inspired generations!
— Ravi Shastri (@RaviShastriOfc) December 30, 2022
A proper Legend #Pele 💔 RIP King pic.twitter.com/7RRQcwGS1k
Pele appeared in his maiden World Cup at the age of 17 in 1958. During his illustrious career from 1957 to 1977, Pele, Brazil’s all-time top scorer, officially recorded 757 goals in 831 games. However, his childhood club Santos of Brazil claims that his actual tally was closer to 1,000. Read all the Latest News ****, Trending News ****, Cricket News ****, Bollywood News ****, India News and Entertainment News here. Follow us on Facebook****, Twitter and Instagram****.
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