Kohli, who is presently in Dubai with the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) team for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL), said in a tweet that India had lost a brilliant leader. "The nation has lost a brilliant leader. Saddened to hear about the passing of Shri Pranab Mukherjee. My sincere condolences to his family," Kohli tweeted.

 

"Rest in Peace #PranabMukherjee ji. An inspiring figure to the nation. My condolences are with his loved ones," tweeted India's limited overs vice-captain Rohit Sharma, who is leading defending IPL champions Mumbai Indians. The IPL starts on September 19 in the UAE.

 

Former India captain and spin great Anil Kumble tweeted: "Heartfelt condolences on the passing of Shri Pranab Mukherjee. May his soul rest in peace."

 

Batting ace V.V.S. Laxman said in a tweet: "My heartfelt condolences on the passing away of our former President, Shri #PranabMukherjee. May his soul attain sadgati."

 

Senior India pacer Ishant Sharma tweeted: "Deeply saddened by the demise of our former President, Shri #PranabMukherjee! He was a great leader and served our country in many ways! Condolences to friends and family! Rest in Peace!"

 

"My heartfelt condolences on the passing of Shri #PranabMukherjee. May his soul rest in peace," tweeted India off-spinner R. Ashwin.