Indian fast bowler Mohit Sharma announced his retirement from all cricket on Wednesday, ending a decades-long association with the Indian Premier League. The 37-year-old shared an emotional social media post as he bid farewell and thanked his support staff, friends, family and others. Sharma concludes a career that included 26 ODIs and 8 T20Is for India. He played for multiple IPL teams over the years and reached the final four times, but never secured the championship title.
Instagram post
Mohti announced his retirement through an emotional Instagram post, thanking the fans, teammates and officials who shaped his journey from Haryana to the international stage. He wrote, “Today with a full heart, I announce my retirement from all forms of cricket”.
He added, “From representing Haryana to wearing the India jersey and playing in the IPL, this journey has been nothing short of blessing. A very special thank you to the Haryana Cricket Association for being the backbone of my career. And my deepest gratitude to Anirudh Sir, whose constant guidance and belief in me shaped my path in ways words cannot express.”
Mohit Sharma’s cricketing career
Mohit made his India debut in 2013, taking 35 wickets in 26 ODIs and six wickets in 8 T20Is. He was part of India’s 2015 ODI World Cup squad and later became a dependable death-overs option for Chennai Super Kings (CSK) under MS Dhoni.
Apart from CSK, Mohit also represented Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Delhi Capitals, and Gujarat Titans. In 2023, he finished as the second-highest wicket-taker of the season for the Titans.
Mohit expressed his gratitude to everyone
While further acknowledging the contribution of others in his journey, Mohit wrote, “Thank you to the BCCI, my coaches, my teammates, IPL franchises, support staff and all my friends for their love and support. Special thanks to my wife who always handled my mood swings and anger, and supported me through everything”.
He also mentioned his wish to serve cricket in some fresh ways and was thanked again by saying, “Innings over, gratitude forever”.
