New Delhi: Australian wicket-keeping great Adam Gilchrist yesterday paid a glowing tribute to the retiring Sri Lankan legend Kumar Sangakkara, saying the stylish southpaw was one of the game's "terrific" players.


Adam Gilchrist. Pic/ Vijay Bate 

"I think he is one of the greatest, without a doubt. One of game's terrific players and I wish him best for the future," said Gilchrist in his praise for the Sri Lankan, who just like him, gained respect from fans all around the world.