Yuvraj Singh reveals facing Shoaib Akhtar was terrifying

After declaring his retirement earlier Monday, Indian cricket idol Yuvraj Singh said that the face of Pakistani fast pitcher Shoaib Akhtar has been "frightening."

After revealing his news of bidding for international cricket, people from all walks of life emerged and paid tribute to the cricket legend, including Shoaib Akhtar, who said in the video:

“Yuvraj is a rock star, a winner of the game and a very good friend. When I saw him in the Centurion World Cup in 2003, he played very well and I always thought he was an elegant Batsman. He is a Punjabi and speaks our language."

"I remember that he was very fluent in the past. Yuvi always knows a lot about cricket. Yuvraj has created a miracle for his country. He is an integral part of India's 2011 World Cup victory. His 6 6 against Stuart Broad will be forever. He is remembered. He is very patriotic, he will always be the biggest winner of the game. I wish him all the best in the future," he continued.

In response to Akhtar's news, Zuo Zizi replied in a tweet: "Thank you for your good wishes. Believe that every time you meet my bowl, this is terrible! I have to face a lot of courage to face you. We have Some great battles will always cherish those moments @shoaib100mph.

Yuvraj announced his withdrawal from international cricket earlier on Monday, ending his nearly twenty-year cricket journey and participating in 304 ODI, 58 T20I and 40 tests.