'We are deeply touched': Virat Kohli lifts lid on his conversation with PM Modi after winning T20 WC

Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to the Indian cricket team on the phone on Sunday and congratulated the retiring Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma for their stellar careers. PM Modi also thanked outgoing head coach Rahul Dravid for his part in India's win in T20 World Cup.

Officials said Modi congratulated Rohit Sharma for his splendid captaincy and appreciated his T20 career. He also lauded Virat Kohli for his innings in the final, besides his overall contribution to Indian cricket. Both the greats announced their retirement from T20 internationals following the win.

'Dear Virat Kohli, Glad to have spoken to you. Like the innings in the Finals, you have anchored Indian batting splendidly. You’ve shone in all forms of the game. T20 Cricket will miss you but I am confident you’ll continue to motivate the new generation of players," PM Modi said on his conversation with Kohli. 

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Virat Kohli thanks PM Modi

Virat Kohli has thanked PM Modi for the constant encouragement he provides the team with his words and efforts. 

"Dear Narendra Modi sir, thank you so much for your very kind words and your support and encouragement always. It has been a privilege to be a part of this team which has brought the cup home. We are deeply touched & overwhelmed with the happiness it has bought the entire nation," Virat Kohli said. 

PM Modi praised Hardik Pandya for his final over and Suryakumar Yadav for his splendid catch on the boundary line to dismiss David Miller. He also talked highly of Jaspreet Bumrah's contribution, the officials added.

The prime minister thanked coach Rahul Dravid for his contribution to Indian cricket.

(with PTI inputs)