New Delhi, Nov. 5 -- Former India head coach Ravi Shastri penned a heartfelt birthday wish for "Champion and a half" Virat Kohli, who turned 37 on Wednesday.

Since bursting onto the international cricket scene back in 2008 as a promising teenager from the streets of West Delhi, the batting wizard has reached a stratosphere in world cricket that few have achieved.

The 1983 World Cup-winning player and Virat formed a dynamic coach and captain duo from 2017 to 2021, elevating India's status in the Test format to new heights. While extending birthday wishes to Virat, Shastri hopes that the inspiration to the next generations keeps shining.

"Here's wishing a Champion and a Half, a true inspiration for the young generation and beyond. Keep s...