28 May,2013 08:06 AM IST | | IANS
Many seemed heartbroken while some urged the master batsmen to reconsider the decision.
A downcast fan wrote on Tendulkar's Facebook fan page: "No IPL without Sachin."
Another Tendulkar follower posted: "We will miss you God."
But there were others who wanted the master blaster to return to the 22-yard action in next year's IPL.
"I heartily request you Sachin that I want to see u in IPL 7. Hope you will play for us again," said a Mumbai Indians admirer.
A fitting farewell
Shortly after the Mumbai Indians lifted the IPL title for the first time handing a 23-run defeat to the Chennai Super Kings at the Eden Gardens Sunday, Tendulkar said: "This is my last IPL. I had taken the decision before the start of the tournament. This is the perfect time to say thank you to my supporters and well-wishers."
Tendulkar got a grand send-off as he was lifted by his teammates before the customary victory lap. "We have to be realistic about it. I've played six seasons with the MI and I have completely enjoyed it. This was the best season for MI. I think this is the right time to stop playing the IPL. I am 40. Got to accept it."
