'A few batsmen in the world will breathe easier': Cricket world reacts to Johnson's retirement
AUSTRALIAN SPEEDSTER Mitchell Johnson called time on his international career at the end of the WACA Test against New Zealand on Tuesday, and the cricket world poured in their heartfelt tributes to the retiring cricketer.
Such was the impact of Johnson on the cricket field that batsmen in the opponent camp have finally breathed a sigh of relief, now that they won't have to face the wrath of this devastating Aussie pacer. Teammates, ex-teammates and cricketers from around the world congratulated the 34-year old on a fantastic career of ferocious fast bowling.
All the best @MitchJohnson398 on retirement buddy , thx for the memories , clashes and broken bones! It was always a pleasure #respect #fast
— Graeme Smith (@GraemeSmith49) November 18, 2015
All the England lads will be celebrating they won't have to face @MitchJohnson398 again in Australia.... Great career & a Great man..
— Michael Vaughan (@MichaelVaughan) November 17, 2015
Massive congrats to great mate @MitchJohnson398 on a fantastic career. Will be a few batsmen in the world breathing easier! Congrats mate!
— Ryan Harris (@r_harris413) November 17, 2015
Massive congrats to @MitchJohnson398 on such a sensational career - always wanted to bowl like you. #gamechanger #ThanksMitch #AUSvNZ
— Mitchell McClenaghan (@Mitch_Savage) November 17, 2015
Dear, @MitchJohnson398 - https://t.co/gRO5lFdpXx
— Kevin Pietersen (@KP24) November 17, 2015
Congrats @MitchJohnson398 on a remarkable career👏Always enjoyed the onfield tussle with you mate.Good luck with your retirement👍
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) November 17, 2015
Congrats on a wonderful career @MitchJohnson398 .Was always a tough opponent. Enjoy your retirement and you can look back with pride
— Jacques Kallis (@jacqueskallis75) November 17, 2015
Good luck to @MitchJohnson398 who has always been a special bowler. Got to know him well at @mipaltan and enjoyed his aggressive approach!
— sachin tendulkar (@sachin_rt) November 17, 2015
Big congrats to @MitchJohnson398 most hostile Fast bowling Cartel quick of generation #BatsmanBreathASighOfRelief https://t.co/eg8Kn0wa3F
— Damien Fleming (@bowlologist) November 17, 2015
A stunning career for @MitchJohnson398 I'll never forget his fearsome bowling v Eng in Aus. Congrats mate. #AUSvNZ
— Michael Slater (@mj_slats) November 17, 2015
Congrats @MitchJohnson398 on an outstanding career. You & your beautiful family will be missed around the team. 👏🏼👏🏼 pic.twitter.com/L2ElnKdHew
— Candice Warner (@CandyFalzon) November 17, 2015
