Batting legend Sachin Tendulkar and India's head coach Ravi Shastri were among the many cricketers who paid tribute to spin great Rajinder Goel.
Rajinder Goel, widely regarded as one of the greatest bowlers in Indian domestic cricket, breathed his last in Rohtak on Sunday due to age-related illness.

His 750 first-class wickets from 157 games had 59 five-fors and 18 10-wicket haul. He played first-class cricket till the age of 44 and represented Patiala, Delhi, Southern Punjab and Haryana.

Indian captain Virat Kohli paid tribute to the spin legend. "We've lost a legend in Rajinder Goel Ji. Him being the highest wicket-taker in the history of Ranji Trophy, speaks volumes about the career he had. Wishing all the strength to his family and loved ones," wrote Kohli.
Former Indian cricketer and batting great Sachin Tendulkar also took to Twitter to pay his tribute to Rajinder Goel. "Saddened to hear about the passing away of Rajinder Goel ji! He was a stalwart of Indian Domestic Cricket picking up more than 600 wickets in the Ranji Trophy. May his soul Rest in Peace and my heartfelt condolences to his near and dear ones," wrote Tendulkar.