See you at the toss on September 19: Rohit Sharma to MS Dhoni

It was MS Dhoni's vision that led to Rohit Sharma becoming one of greatest white-ball openers and senior batsman on Sunday paid a glowing tribute to his former captain, calling him "one of most influential man in history of Indian cricket".

It proved to be a turning point in Rohit's career when Dhoni, who led India to two World Cup titles, asked him to open during 2013 Champions Trophy.

"One of most influential man in history of Indian cricket. His impact in & around cricket was massive. He was a man with vision and a master in kwing how to build a team," tweeted Rohit a day after Dhoni anunced his retirement in an Instagram post.

"Will surely miss him in blue but we have him in yellow. See you on 19th at toss," ded opener, referring to Dhoni-led Chennai Super Kings' clash against his Mumbai Indians in this year's IPL opener even though schedule is t yet out.

defending champions usually take on runners-up in opener.

Rohit said he is gl that World Cup-winning skipper will continue to play IPL for at least a couple of years.

Such was Dhoni's impact on his teammates that big-hitting all-rounder Suresh Raina, 33, also followed him into retirement on Saturday, leaving Rohit a little shocked. Raina also plays for CSK in IPL.

"Bit shocking but I guess you feel it when you feel it. Good career bro, have a great retirement, still remember time when we came into squ. Best wishes moving forward," Rohit wrote in ar post. 

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