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Rahane Retires: A Decade of Test Dominance Ends
30 Jul
Summary
- Ajinkya Rahane announced retirement from all cricket formats.
- He played 17 years, including IPL, and last competitive match was IPL 2026.
- Rahane was a backbone of the Indian Test team with 5077 runs.
Ajinkya Rahane, a significant figure in Indian Test cricket, has officially retired from all formats of the sport. His illustrious career, which spanned 17 years including his IPL stints, concluded after his last competitive match in IPL 2026. Rahane's decision marks the end of an era for Indian cricket fans.
The 37-year-old batter made his international debut in T20Is and ODIs, but it was in Test cricket where he truly excelled. Rahane became a cornerstone of India's middle order, accumulating 5077 runs from 85 Test matches.
His career highlights include notable centuries in challenging overseas conditions in New Zealand, England, and Melbourne. Despite a brief drop from the team, Rahane made a comeback for the 2023 World Test Championship final, showcasing his enduring skill.
Rahane's final international appearance was a Test match against the West Indies in July 2023. His retirement leaves a void in the Indian Test batting lineup, remembered for his grit and resilience.
