Who said what: World reacts to Albie Morkel's retirement from all forms of cricket

South African all-rounder Albie Morkel has called it a day on his cricketing career by saying that he will 'enjoy the game from the other side'. Morkel was famous for his exploits batting down the order, and had become a household name in India after some match-winning performances for the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League.New Zealand v South Africa - ICC World Twenty20 Bangladesh 2014Morkel made his international debut in the year 2005, and represented the Proteas in 58 ODIs, 50 T20Is and 1 Test match. He made his decision public with this tweet on social media.That’s the end for me and what a journey it’s been! Plenty of memories good and bad, but I was blessed with a very long career. Thanks @Titans_Cricket @OfficialCSA, will enjoy the game now from the other side. pic.twitter.com/sXik0KYFbz— Albie Morkel (@albiemorkel) January 9, 2019Albie Morkel was known for his right-arm medium pace bowling apart from his explosive performances with the bat. He had been away from international cricket for a quite a while, but he had continued playing in the domestic competitions of South Africa. But, today he has ended his journey, which started way back in 1998/99 when Albie made his first class debut.Morkel was a well-known IPL player and he played for 4 franchises, namely Chennai Super Kings, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Delhi Daredevils and Rising Pune Supergiant in the 9 seasons he was a part of the league.Albie's last international game came back in 2015, and the South African made a lot of valuable contributions for his nation both with the bat and ball. He scalped 77 wickets in his international career.Also Read - Albie Morkel announces retirement from cricketA lot of cricketers wished him the best of luck for his future and here are some of the top tweets:1) Faf Du PlessisWell done @albiemorkel on a great career. You can be very proud of what you have achieved. Lots of trophies and plenty sixes ... Wish you all the best with the next chapter .— Faf Du Plessis (@faf1307) January 9, 20192) Suresh RainaIt was a pleasure playing with you in #CSK &amp; sharing the dressing room buddy @albiemorkel, wish you lots of success on your new journey.☝️🏟👌🤙 https://t.co/kkSmZeu9xI— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) January 9, 20193) Morne MorkelIt feels like yesterday we were 2 boys dreaming in the backyard about the game we love!! Well done on a magnificent career...proud to call you my brother!! @albiemorkel ❤️ pic.twitter.com/zI4McvGpDB— Morne Morkel (@mornemorkel65) January 9, 20194) Cricket South AfricaCongratulations @albiemorkel on your retirement. Wishing you all the best for the future. Thank you for the many years you have given to our beautiful game. https://t.co/YAOeayybSS— Cricket South Africa (@OfficialCSA) January 9, 20195) Chris MorrisSad day in my career! @albiemorkel thank you for everything you’ve done not just for me personally but for @Titans_Cricket on and off the field! Change room won’t be the same. You are a LEGEND!— Chris Morris (@Tipo_Morris) January 9, 20196) Ryan McLarenCongratulations on great career @albiemorkel.Been a credit to the game both on and off the field.All the best for the next chapter.— Ryan Mclaren (@ryanmac23) January 9, 20197) Paul HarrisWhat a great career @albiemorkel. You can be proud of what u have achieved. Was great to be there for a part of it. #loslappie— paul harris (@paulharris12) January 9, 20198) South African Cricketers' AssociationCongratulations @albiemorkel on a successful career! Your contribution to the game and the player cause has been immense! We wish you the very best in your life after cricket! pic.twitter.com/Bz0uIIlSoc— SACAPlayers (@SACAplayers) January 9, 2019

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