"A man with a heart of gold" - Rohit Sharma and others mourn Ratan Tata's death

India captain Rohit Sharma, star India player Suryakumar Yadav and other players sent in their tributes to the late great Ratan Tata, following his death on October 9, Wednesday. Ratan Naval Tata, the famous figure of Indian industry and Chairman Emeritus of Tata Group, passed away late Wednesday at the age of 86. He was going through treatment for a long-standing illness at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital in the days before his demise.

The veteran business tycoon had led the transformation of Tata Group into a global company through several high-profile acquisitions. However, various personalities from politics and entertainment sent in their tributes on the demise of Mr. Tata as well. Now, the cricketing world has joined in with Rohit Sharma and others as well. The Indian captain shared an emotional note for Mr. Tata, referring to him as a man with a heart of gold.

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Rohit Sharma wrote on X (formerly Twitter), "A man with a heart of gold. Sir, you will forever be remembered as someone who truly cared and lived his life to make everyone else’s better."

A man with a heart of gold. Sir, you will forever be remembered as someone who truly cared and lived his life to make everyone else’s better. pic.twitter.com/afbAbNIgeS

— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) October 10, 2024

Meanwhile, India's T20I captain Suryakumar also called Mr. Tata's death is the end of an era and praised him as an inspirational man as well. "End of an era. The epitome of kindness, most inspirational, marvel of a man. Sir, you have touched so many hearts. Your life has been a blessing to the nation. Thank you for your endless and unconditional service. Your legacy will live on. Rest in glory, sir," added Suryakumar Yadav.

End of an era.
The epitome of kindness, most
inspirational, marvel of a man. Sir, you have touched so many hearts. Your life has been a blessing to the nation. Thank you for your endless and unconditional service.
Your legacy will live on. Rest in glory, sir. 🤍 pic.twitter.com/mCw0xJ84A7

— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) October 9, 2024

Here's a look at the other reactions:

Sad to hear of the passing of one of India’s greatest. Shri #RatanTata, thank you for inspiring us all, to dream bigger, achieve more, while staying rooted in one’s values. 🙏

— Aakash Chopra (@cricketaakash) October 9, 2024

Ratan Tata sir, you dedicated your entire life to the progress of our nation. Your humility, vision, and compassion will forever inspire us. Rest in peace. 🙏

#RIPRatanTata #legend #InspirationForever pic.twitter.com/8e4wvwNxEt

— 𝕸𝖔𝖍𝖆𝖒𝖒𝖆𝖉 𝖘𝖍𝖆𝖒𝖎 (@MdShami11) October 9, 2024

Integrity. Vision. Class. Humility. Dignity......Everything that we want in our public figures embodied in one man. A great Indian. #RatanTata

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) October 9, 2024

RIP Sir 🙏 Satnam Waheguru 🙏 Ratan Tata ji will always be in our hearts as one of the builders of modern India.

His leadership, humility, and unwavering commitment to ethics and values set a benchmark that will continue to inspire generations. His legacy will forever be… pic.twitter.com/wVeyGXQ9Ct

— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) October 9, 2024

India has lost a true icon. Ratan Tata Sir’s visionary leadership, compassion, and unwavering commitment to philanthropy have left an indelible mark on our nation and the world. His legacy will continue to inspire us all. Rest in peace, Sir. 🙏 #RIPRatanTata pic.twitter.com/4CZbacRLCG

— Suresh Raina🇮🇳 (@ImRaina) October 9, 2024

However, Mr. Tata will be given a state funeral by the Maharashtra government on Thursday as well.