Star India all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja made the decision to step down from T20 internationals after India’s impressive victory in the T20 World Cup 2024.
Ravindra Jadeja Retires from T20Is After T20 World Cup Triumph On Sunday, June 30, 2024, Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja announced his retirement from T20 International cricket following India’s triumphant T20 World Cup 2024 campaign. Jadeja’s decision comes a day after his illustrious teammates Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma also bid farewell to the T20I format.
In a heartfelt Instagram post, Jadeja expressed his gratitude and pride in representing India in T20Is. He 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.
Jadeja, who made his T20I debut in 2009, represented India in 74 matches in the shortest format, scoring 515 runs and taking 54 wickets. He was an integral part of six T20 World Cup campaigns, finally tasting success in his final one as India clinched the trophy after a 17-year wait.
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,” Jadeja added in his retirement announcement.
Known for his all-round abilities, Jadeja’s exceptional fielding, accurate bowling, and crucial lower-order contributions made him a valuable asset for the Indian team in T20Is. His economical bowling, with an economy rate of 7.13, and ability to deliver breakthroughs at crucial moments were key factors in India’s T20 World Cup triumph.
Despite not being in the best of form during the recently concluded World Cup, Jadeja’s decision to retire from T20Is marks the end of an era for the Indian cricket team. The retirements of Kohli, Sharma, and Jadeja will pave the way for a new generation of players to step up and fill the void in the T20I format.
Jadeja, however, confirmed that he will continue to represent India in other formats, including ODIs and Tests, where he has been a consistent performer over the years.The retirement of these three stalwarts is a significant moment in Indian cricket, as the team transitions into a new phase. Fans and experts alike will be eager to see how the team navigates the future without the guidance of these legendary figures in the T20I format.
Key Highlights
Ravindra Jadeja announces retirement from T20 International cricket
Decision comes a day after Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma also retired from T20
Jadeja represented India in 74 T20Is, scoring 515 runs and taking 54 wickets
Was an integral part of six T20 World Cup campaigns, winning the trophy in 2024
Will continue to play ODIs and Tests for India
