Now former Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara waives throughout a Take a look at match on this undated picture. — Reuters/File
LAHORE: Indian cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara introduced his retirement from all types of Indian cricket on Sunday, bringing to an finish a world sporting profession that spanned over a decade.
The 37-year-old took to social media on Sunday saying that he was hanging up his boots and that “all good things must come to an end”.
Pujara has performed in 103 Checks and 5 ODIs in his worldwide profession, final that includes for India within the World Take a look at Championship 2023 ultimate towards Australia. The batter made his Take a look at debut for India in 2010 and all through his taking part in journey racked up 7,195 Take a look at runs at a median of 43.60.
“Wearing the Indian jersey, singing the anthem, and trying my best each time I stepped on the field — it’s impossible to put into words what it truly meant,” Pujara mentioned in a social media submit.
“But as they say, all good things must come to an end, and with immense gratitude, I have decided to retire from all forms of Indian cricket.”
“As a little boy from the small town of Rajkot, along with my parents, I set out to aim for the stars; and dreamt to be a part of the Indian cricket team,” the cricketer continued.
“Little did I know then that this game would give me so much — invaluable opportunities, experiences, purpose, love, and above all a chance to represent my state and this great nation.”
Pujara, a uncommon five-day specialist within the age of T20 and white-ball performers, has prior to now attributed his endurance to self-discipline.
“I have certain routines, fitness, a little bit of meditation, yoga and pranayama (a breathing technique) because it is necessary to shut the outside noise, even if it is positive,” he informed reporters in 2023.
“We play nine Tests on average, and when you go back home, unless you have domestic cricket, you are not in touch with the game. Keep challenging yourself, keep training, looking forward,” he remarked.
Thanking his teammates, help workers and others for tirelessly working behind the scenes to allow the gamers to compete and play the sport, Pujara mentioned that the sport took him to locations throughout the globe.
“The passionate support and energy of the fans have always been a constant. I have been humbled by the wishes and motivation wherever I have played and will always remain grateful.
” I would not have made it this far with out the invaluable steering of my mentors, coaches — to them I shall all the time stay indebted.
“I look forward to the next phase of my life, spending more time with [family] and prioritising them [family],” the cricketer concluded whereas expressing gratitude to his dad and mom, spouse and daughter.
— With extra enter from AFP
