In a thrilling final game, India defeated South Africa by seven runs to win the T20 World Cup after a 17-year wait. This historic triumph was made even more special because it was the last T20I match for Indian cricket legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma.

Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, two of India's most iconic cricketers, announced their retirement from T20I cricket after the match. Both players have been instrumental in shaping India's T20I journey, and their departure marks the end of an era. Their farewell was nothing short of spectacular, with India lifting the coveted T20 World Cup trophy.

Former Indian cricketer Suresh Raina has called on the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to honor Kohli and Sharma by retiring their jersey numbers, 18 and 45, respectively. This gesture would pay tribute to their immense contributions and lasting legacy in Indian cricket.

“I request the BCCI to retire jerseys No.18 and No.45. They need to have a special occasion where they keep these jersey numbers in their office. The number 7 is already retired, they should do the same for 18 and 45. Every person who sees the number should get motivated. The numbers 18 and 45 have won India games from so many situations that whichever player comes into the team, they should feel motivated by just looking at these numbers,” Raina told Jio Cinema