Twitter reacts to Amla’s retirement
Hashim Amla’s retirement from international cricket came as a shock to countless fans across the world. Nobody saw this decision coming from Amla and that too at this point of time.

Amla has been one of the phenomenal performers of the game for South Africa and the team had no issues at the top-order when Amla was at the crease. He used to give pretty good starts for the team as he sticks to his style of play which carries minimal risks in his stroke-making abilities.
South Africa will miss Amla’s services dearly and it is such a shame that a player of this calibre had to retire now. However, the fans can get to witness some more of class from Amla in the domestic cricket including the
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“But at the same time this is rather an occasion to celebrate the richness that Hashim has brought to the game around the world both on and off the field. His humility has always been his standout quality and I cannot imagine a better role model to teach us all how to lead better lives. He has added great value not only to the Proteas but to the country at large.
“I am sure cricket players, administrators, the media and fans from around the world will join the CSA Family in congratulating Hashim on a job well done and to wish him all the best for the future.
“We can indeed be grateful that he remains available for our domestic cricket and will continue to contribute by passing on his rich cricket and life experiences to our next generation of players,” concluded Moroe.
Here is how Twitter reacted to Hashim Amla’s retirement:
Congratulations to Hashim Amla on a fantastic international career..what an amazing journey it has been since seeing you for the first time in the Kingsmead nets in the late 90’s… well done..respect..🏏👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 @amlahash
— Shaun Pollock (@7polly7) August 8, 2019
“Being humble means recognizing that we are not on earth to see how important we can become, but to see how much difference we can make in the lives of others” You certainly have…One of the greats of the game has retired @amlahash We salute you you 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 pic.twitter.com/SMTOwCCa8q
— Paul Adams (@PaulAdams39) August 8, 2019
Unreal career @amlahash ! So many doubted u early on, but your fighting spirit, humility & incredible one of a kind talent took u to the top of the mountain and ultimately to one of the best players in the world and… https://t.co/LVxSIdeCoQ
— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) August 8, 2019
I see hash has decided to declare for good.mentally strong and great all round batsman. Congrats on a wonderful career # 👏👏 @amlahash
— Herschelle Gibbs (@hershybru) August 8, 2019
There arent enough words to describe your contributions… to the team.. to me… and to the country as a whole!
A person we could always look to for advice and wisdom.
You truly brought a whole nation together… Thank you for everything @amlahash #Legend #SilentWarrior 🇿🇦🔥 pic.twitter.com/qd8mNR4OD8
— Tabraiz Shamsi (@shamsi90) August 8, 2019
It was such a pleasure watching @amlahash with his magic wand.
Congrats 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿 and so long.#whataplayer #themightyHash #HashimAmla— Mpumelelo Mbangwa (@mmbangwa) August 8, 2019
I’ve always believed a top PERSON will also generally make a top CRICKETER – and yes of course that person also needs PROPER skills and ability… Well @amlahash no doubt was both in abundance – a GREAT human being & GREAT cricketer 👏🏻🏏 Go well “#” #Hash #amla 🙏🏻🏏🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/JUNSqM1uYE
— Dave Nosworthy (@DONCRICKET) August 8, 2019
I’ve always believed a top PERSON will also generally make a top CRICKETER – and yes of course that person also needs PROPER skills and ability… Well @amlahash no doubt was both in abundance – a GREAT human being & GREAT cricketer 👏🏻🏏 Go well “#” #Hash #amla 🙏🏻🏏🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/JUNSqM1uYE
— Dave Nosworthy (@DONCRICKET) August 8, 2019
.@amlahash what a career you've had champion! Monk like patience and a warrior like batting spirit. Class act🙌🏏#hashimamla
— R P Singh रुद्र प्रताप सिंह (@rpsingh) August 8, 2019