
File picture of Rohit Sharma.© AFP
Team India captain Rohit Sharma has formally introduced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing an finish to a celebrated chapter in his worldwide profession. The 38-year-old batter took to Instagram on Wednesday to share the information, expressing gratitude to followers and reflecting on his journey within the longest format of the sport. “Hello everyone, I would just like to share that I am retiring from Test cricket. It’s been an absolute honour to represent my country in whites. Thank you for all the love and support over the years. I will continue to represent India in the ODI format,” Rohit wrote on his Instagram story.

Rohit made his Test debut in 2013 and went on to signify India in 67 matches, scoring 4,301 runs. His red-ball profession contains 12 centuries and 18 half-centuries, with a career-best rating of 212 towards South Africa in 2019.
As a pacesetter within the longest format, Rohit captained India in 24 Test matches, profitable 12 and shedding 9. Although he confronted criticism for India’s efficiency throughout the latest tour of Australia, the place India did not qualify for the World Test Championship Final, he did information the staff to the ultimate of the 2023 version at The Oval.
While stepping away from the oldest format, Rohit confirmed that he’ll proceed to be out there for choice in One Day Internationals, the place he stays a significant a part of India’s setup.
The departure of Rohit from Test cricket marks the top of an period, as Indian cricket bids farewell to one in every of its most elegant stroke-makers in whites.
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