Simply after the conclusion of the group stage within the Vijay Hazare Trophy, India and Himachal Pradesh all-rounder Rishi Dhawan has introduced his retirement from Indian limited-overs cricket.
Dhawan had led Himachal Pradesh to their solely home title of any type within the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2021/22 when he was additionally the second-highest run-scorer and wicket-taker for them. Dhawan has performed three ODIs and one T20I for India, all of which got here in 2016.
The all-rounder introduced his retirement resolution on social media and expressed gratitude in direction of the BCCI and different authorities. “It is with a heavy coronary heart, though I’ve no regrets, that I might wish to announce my retirement from Indian cricket (Restricted over). It is a sport that has outlined my life for the previous 20 years. This sport has given me immeasurable pleasure and numerous reminiscences that may at all times keep very near my coronary heart,” he wrote in a caption to a social media publish.
“I wish to take a second to indicate my gratitude in direction of the alternatives that got to me by the Board of Management of Cricket in India (BCCI), Himachal Pradesh Cricket Affiliation (HPCA), Punjab Kings, Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders,” the all-rounder added.
Dhawan clearly talked about his resolution to retire from white-ball cricket, which suggests he’ll proceed to play first-class cricket for his state. He has performed in all 5 matches of the Ranji Trophy for Himachal Pradesh this season.
Dhawan additionally mirrored on his journey. “From humble beginnings to representing my nation on the grandest levels, it has been a privilege past measure. Cricket has been my ardour, and my motive for waking up each morning.
“I want to thank all of my coaches, mentors, teammates, and assist employees for the dear contributions you’ve got made to shaping me into the individual I’m right now,” the all-rounder wrote in his publish additional.
Dhawan has performed three ODIs during which he has 12 runs in two innings with one wicket. Within the lone T20I, he made an unbeaten one and likewise picked up a wicket.