June 30th 2024.
Indian cricket fans were in for a surprise on Sunday as Ravindra Jadeja, one of the country's most experienced all-rounders, announced his retirement from T20 Internationals. His decision came just a day after India's thrilling victory against South Africa in the T20 World Cup final in Bridgetown.
Jadeja, who is known for his exceptional fielding skills, stated that he will continue to play in the One Day International (ODI) and Test formats. In a heartfelt post on Instagram, the 35-year-old expressed his gratitude and pride for representing his country in T20Is. He also thanked his fans for their unwavering support and the memories he will cherish forever.
Winning the T20 World Cup was a dream come true for Jadeja, who considers it the pinnacle of his T20 career. As he bids farewell to the format, he promises to continue giving his best for India in other formats of the game. His retirement came as a surprise to many, as he had made his T20I debut against Sri Lanka in 2009 and has played 74 matches, scoring 515 runs and taking 54 wickets.
The T20 World Cup final was an intense match, with India emerging victorious by seven runs. It was a moment of celebration for the entire nation, but it was followed by the retirement announcements of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, Jadeja's teammates. Despite not being in the best form during the tournament, Jadeja's contributions to Indian cricket over the past decade and a half have been invaluable.
As we bid farewell to Jadeja's T20I career, we can only look back on the memories, cheers, and support he has given us. He will always be remembered as a great servant of Indian cricket and a key player in the T20 World Cup victory. Jai hind.
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