Superstar all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja announced his retirement from T20 Internationals following India’s victory in the T20 World Cup 2024. In a heartfelt Instagram post, Jadeja expressed his gratitude and pride, comparing himself to a steadfast horse galloping with pride. He reflected on his dedication to his country and described winning the T20 World Cup as the pinnacle of his T20I career.
“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. Jai hind,” wrote Jadeja in his Instagram post.
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Jadeja’s announcement came just hours after his teammates, Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma, also declared their retirement from T20Is following the T20 World Cup final against South Africa. Both Kohli and Rohit left an indelible mark on the format, and Jadeja’s departure marks the end of an era for Indian cricket.
Ravindra Jadeja’s numbers in the shortest format
Jadeja had an impressive T20I career, playing 74 matches in which he scored 515 runs and took 54 wickets. His best bowling figures in a match were 3/15. Jadeja’s all-round contributions were pivotal for India, and his presence will be missed in the shortest format of the game.
End of an era
The retirement of Jadeja, Kohli, and Rohit from T20 Internationals has left fans nostalgic and emotional. This iconic trio has been instrumental in India’s T20I success, each bringing unique skills and charisma to the field. Their combined experience, leadership, and match-winning performances have created countless memorable moments for Indian cricket enthusiasts. The absence of Jadeja’s all-round brilliance, Kohli’s batting prowess, and Rohit’s strategic acumen will be deeply felt, and fans are already expressing their sentiments and appreciation for these cricketing legends on social media.