Ravindra Jadeja joins Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli in T20I retirement; PM says 'cricket lovers admire your...'
PTC Web Desk: Following in the footsteps of Indian captain Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, India's premier all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has announced his retirement from T20 internationals.
This comes a day after India won the T20 World Cup 2024 by defeating South Africa by 7 runs at the Kensington Oval in Barbados.
Jadeja, recognised as one of the best all-rounders of all time, retires from T20I cricket at the age of nearly 36.
Taking to Instagram, the cricketer wrote, “With a heart full of gratitude, I bid farewell to T20 internationals. Like a steadfast horse galloping with pride, I’ve always given my best for my country and will continue to do so in other formats. Winning the T20 World Cup was a dream come true, a pinnacle of my T20 International career. Thank you for the memories, the cheers, and the unwavering support."
Following the announcement by Jadeja, Prime Minister took to X to extend best wishes.
"Dear Ravindra Jadeja, you have performed exceptionally as an all-rounder. Cricket lovers admire your stylish stroke play, spin and superb fielding. Thank you for the enthralling T20 performances over the years. My best wishes for your endeavours ahead," he posted.
Dear @imjadeja,
You have performed exceptionally as an all-rounder. Cricket lovers admire your stylish stroke play, spin and superb fielding. Thank you for the enthralling T20 performances over the years. My best wishes for your endeavours ahead. — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 30, 2024
- PTC NEWS
