Tributes pour in for milestone man Chhetri

Sunil Chhetri greets the spectators after India's victory against Kenya during the Hero Intercontinental Cup in Mumbai, Monday

New Delhi: The Indian sporting fraternity heaped praise on the national football team skipper Sunil Chhetri for his feat of playing 100th international match scoring twice in a 3-0 win over Kenya in the Intercontinental Cup in Mumbai, Monday. Chhetri became only the second Indian footballer after former captain Bhaichung Bhutia to feature in 100 matches for the country.

Sachin Tendulkar: A special victory indeed. Well done, Team India! Super achievement Chhetri on your 100th appearance and the 2 goals

Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore: A superb and well deserved win by our Indian football team. Congratulations to the team for the 3-0 win against Kenya! Chhetri lead from the front and scored 2 goals in his 100th match!

Bhiachung Bhutia

Bhaichung Bhutia: Congratulations Chhetri for the 100th match for India. It has been a great pleasure to see you reach here. Great achievement from a genius player, captain

VVS Laxman: Congratulations India on beating Kenya 3-0 in Intercontinental Cup; Skipper Chhetri was brilliant leading from the front, scoring twice in his 100th match. Fantastic performance

Virender Sehwag: What a fantastic victory. Congratulations Chhetri on your 100th international match and for making it extra special with the two goals and a fantastic victory in front of a packed stadium. Great news for Indian football

Jeje Lalpekhlua: Captain, Leader, Legend

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