It was just a matter of formality, really. I knew his ODI career was drawn to a close as soon as India won the WC. Even if he didn't announce his retirement, I think the selectors wouldve gone with the new team because his phase in the ODI was over after CWC 2011.
But that being said, it marks the end of an era. A legend in the format whose feats can never be reached or broken.
Hats off.
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