Indian cricketers post heartfelt messages after World Cup exit

Wednesday wasn't an easy day for millions of fans across the globe. A dream that certainly was on its way to turn into a reality was shattered into myriad pieces at Old Trafford in Manchester. With their favourite Indian team losing to New Zealand in the semi-final to crash out of the World Cup, numerous supporters were left heartbroken.

Touted to be among the frontrunners to lift the title this year, Virat Kohli and co had a brilliant run in the mega event this year. Dominating with both bat and ball, the Men in Blue outclassed different oppositions all through the league stage to end it as the top-placed side. The team though faltered against the Kiwis in the semi-final to be knocked out of the tournament.

However, the Indian cricketers have been receiving plaudits from several corners for the brand of cricket that they played. The likes of Rohit Sharma and JaspritBumrahare among the top performers in the World Cup this year and stand as gleaming testimonies to India's terrific display in the competition.

The defeat to New Zealand in a crunch game though left the players as disheartened as the fans, if not more. Expressing disappointment over the loss and thanking the fans for their unconditional love and support, the Indian cricketers took to social media to post heartfelt messages.

Here's what a few of them wrote:

Indian cricketers post heartfelt messages after World Cup exit

Firstly I want to thank all our fans who came in huge numbers to support the team. You made it a memorable tournament for all of us & we definitely felt the love showered upon the team. We are all disappointed & share the same emotions as you. We gave everything we had.Jai hind🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/rFwxiUdqK5

— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) July 10, 2019

We failed to deliver as a team when it mattered, 30 minutes of poor cricket yesterday & that snatched away our chance for the cup. My heart is heavy as I'm sure yours is too.The support away from home was incredible.Thank you all for painting most of uk blue wherever we played 🇮🇳

— Rohit Sharma (@ImRo45) July 11, 2019

A big thank you to all my team members, our coaches, support staff, our families and most importantly to all the undying support from all of you! We gave it everything we had! 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/nXp9GmWhIK

— Jasprit Bumrah (@Jaspritbumrah93) July 11, 2019

Memories.. memories to last a lifetime. My first World Cup didn't have the ending we wanted but it's given me so many emotions and lessons that I'll always keep with me. Thank you to everyone part of this special team including you the fans, we're nothing without you 🇮🇳❤ pic.twitter.com/ZfECdrL2Rt

— hardik pandya (@hardikpandya7) July 11, 2019

We had one goal, to win the world cup but we fell short. Can't describe the emotions, but a very big thank you to the fans who were and always are behind us. Jai hind 🇮🇳 pic.twitter.com/3ll0MZq0rx

— Yuzvendra Chahal (@yuzi_chahal) July 10, 2019

It's been a dream for me to represent my country in the World Cup. It's very disappointing to not be on the winning side, but the entire experience has taught me a lot, and it was a moment of pride to play alongside this wonderful team and support staff. pic.twitter.com/rEX1ycOdrQ

— Kuldeep yadav (@imkuldeep18) July 11, 2019

So proud of the way we played throughout the tournament! It felt incredible to be a part of Team India during the World Cup 🇮🇳

We will only grow stronger and better from here 💪🏻

A big thank you to everyone for your support & wishes. #INDvsNZ #CWC19 #TeamIndia pic.twitter.com/jFsOj1antK

— Mayank Agarwal (@mayankcricket) July 10, 2019

Sports has taught me to keep on rising after every fall & never to give up. Can't thank enough each & every fan who has been my source of inspiration. Thank you for all your support. Keep inspiring & I will give my best till my last breath. Love you all pic.twitter.com/5kRGy6Tc0o

— Ravindrasinh jadeja (@imjadeja) July 11, 2019

My country, My Team... My honour 🇮🇳
Could not be more grateful for the opportunity and even more for the belief and love the entire nation has shown us as a team 🙏🏻❤ We will be back stronger 🙌🏻#JaiHind #Strongertogether #bleedblueforever pic.twitter.com/HZ6ac1lX53

— Rishabh Pant (@RishabPant777) July 11, 2019

We gave a great fight, boys! Kudos to your spirit.
Congratulations @blackcaps on reaching the finals. pic.twitter.com/VT7Lqy05NB

— Shikhar Dhawan (@SDhawan25) July 11, 2019