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Ajinkya Rahane Announces Retirement from International Cricket
✍️ Times of India
🗓 30 Jul 2026, 10:40 AM
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Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has confirmed his retirement from all formats of international cricket via an Instagram video message.
Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane announced his retirement from international cricket in a video posted on his Instagram account. He confirmed that he will no longer play Test, ODI or T20I matches for India.
Rahane’s career spanned 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is, during which he served as a reliable middle‑order batsman and occasional bowler. He was part of India’s historic 2020‑21 Test series win in Australia, a milestone that remains a highlight of his tenure.
The announcement came after a long and successful run, with Rahane earning respect for his calm leadership and consistency across all formats. His decision marks the end of an era for a player who has been a mainstay of Indian cricket for over a decade.
The cricketing fraternity has welcomed his retirement, with many former teammates and officials expressing gratitude for his contributions to the national team.
Rahane’s career spanned 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is, during which he served as a reliable middle‑order batsman and occasional bowler. He was part of India’s historic 2020‑21 Test series win in Australia, a milestone that remains a highlight of his tenure.
The announcement came after a long and successful run, with Rahane earning respect for his calm leadership and consistency across all formats. His decision marks the end of an era for a player who has been a mainstay of Indian cricket for over a decade.
The cricketing fraternity has welcomed his retirement, with many former teammates and officials expressing gratitude for his contributions to the national team.