Rishi Dhawan, the all-rounder for Team India, has declared his retirement from limited-overs cricket following the group stage of the Vijay Charsadda Trophy. This unexpected decision comes at the age of 34, marking the end of his participation in ODI and T20 formats.
Played three One Day Internationals and one T20s
Dhawan, who represents Himachal Pradesh in domestic competitions, has played three One Day Internationals and one T20 International for India since making his debut in 2016 during a tour of Australia. He will, however, continue to engage in first-class cricket, participating in the final two rounds of the Ranji Trophy for the 2024-25 season. Renowned in Indian domestic cricket, Dhawan has amassed over 9,000 runs and taken more than 650 wickets throughout his career.
Dhawan expressed his emotions regarding his retirement
In a heartfelt message, Dhawan expressed his emotions regarding his retirement from limited-overs cricket, stating that he has no regrets about his decision. He reflected on how the sport has shaped his life over the past two decades, providing him with immense joy and cherished memories. He extended his gratitude to the Board of Control for Cricket in India, Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association, and various IPL franchises, including Punjab Kings, Mumbai Indians, and Kolkata Knight Riders, for the opportunities afforded to him. He also acknowledged the fans, describing them as the essence of the game, whose support and encouragement he will always treasure.
4,824 runs across 98 matches and taken 353 wickets
Throughout his career, Rishi Dhawan has played three ODIs and one T20 match for India. In first-class cricket, he has accumulated 4,824 runs across 98 matches and taken 353 wickets. In List-A cricket, he has scored 2,906 runs and claimed 186 wickets in 134 matches, while in T20 formats, he has achieved 1,740 runs and 118 wickets in 135 matches. Additionally, he has been associated with several IPL teams.