Ravi Shastri’s era as coach of the Indian cricket team has come to an end. While it was not the dream ending that Indian fans hoped for, with India crashing out of the ICC T20 World Cup, Shastri most certainly leaves behind an abiding legacy.

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The warm embrace between Virat Kohli, who was leading the side as captain for the first time, and Ravi Shastri, the departing coach, signified the end of an era for Indian cricket.

India wrapped up their T20 World Cup campaign with a win against Namibia and the Shastri-Kohli hug was symbolic of no regrets over the  time the two spent together.

The Indian side had no chance of making it to the semi-finals, which must have caused some discomfort to the  captain-coach duo, but their time will be remembered for the good moments more than the bad ones.

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It was an emotional picture as Kohli’s embrace with Shastri was followed by R Ashwin and bowling coach Bharat Arun hugging him.

India registered a nine-wicket win over Namibia in Dubai on Monday. Yet another brilliant performance from the bowlers and Indian openers sealed the win.

Social media was flooded with images and videos of Shastri hugging Kohli and Arun for the last time as India’s coach. Here are the best reactions on the duo’s journey together.

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Keeping aside ICC
trophies for a moment, Kohli and Shastri’s record in overseas tournaments was
the best we have seen.

The contributions of
Bharat Arun must not be forgotten as the bowling coach led the team to great
heights, especially in Test matches.

A user recognised that
one bad tournament does not take anything away from the achievements of Kohli,
Shastri and the fearless group of cricketers in the Indian team’s dressing
room.

The duo achieved
numerous milestones in their time together.

India’s root for
consistent wins in Test cricket was laid down by Shastri and Kohli.

What was your favourite
moment from the Kohli – Shastri era? Let us know in the comments.