BCCI thanks Ajinkya Rahane for "immense contribution" to Indian cricket after senior batter announces international retirement
Mumbai, July 30
The Board of Control for Cricket in India on Thursday paid tribute to veteran batter Ajinkya Rahane after he announced his retirement from international cricket.
Rahane announced his retirement from international cricket and all formats through an emotional video shared on Instagram, bringing the curtain down on a career spanning nearly two decades.
In a post on X, the BCCI thanked Rahane for his contribution to Indian cricket and wished him well for the next chapter of his life.
"An illustrious career comes to an end. Thank you @ajinkyarahane88 for your immense contribution to Indian cricket and all the memories that will be cherished forever. Wishing you the very best in your next chapter," the BCCI posted.
In Tests, Rahane played 85 matches and 144 innings, scoring 5,077 runs, including 12 centuries and 26 fifties, at an average of 38.46 and a strike rate of 49.50.
In ODIs, he has featured in 90 matches and 87 innings, scoring 2,962 runs, with 3 centuries and 24 fifties, at an average of 35.26 and a strike rate of 78.63. In T20Is, he has played 20 matches and 20 innings, scoring 375 runs, with no centuries and one fifty, at an average of 20.83 and a strike rate of 113.29.
Rahane had an undefeated Test captaincy record, featuring four wins, two draws, and the highest win percentage for an Indian Test captain with at least five matches.
His tenure included a memorable comeback victory in Melbourne and India's historic triumph at the Gabba, which ended Australia's long unbeaten streak at the venue during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy, which the Asian Giants won 2-1.
Rahane also led India to a crucial Test win against Australia in Dharamshala in 2017 and guided the team to victory over Afghanistan in 2018.
— ANI
Reader Comments
An absolute legend! People forget his contributions because of the hype around others, but Rahane was the calm anchor India needed in tough overseas conditions. His Melbourne century in 2020-21 was pure class. Thank you, Jinks!
Yes, Rahane was a true fighter! But I feel he should have been given more chances in the ODIs. His technique was perfect for the middle order, but selections were inconsistent. Anyway, he retires with his head held high. Salute! 🇮🇳
As someone who followed Indian cricket from abroad, Rahane's captaincy in Australia was inspirational. He showed that you don't need to be loud to lead—you just need to be smart and composed. That Gabba series was a masterclass in Test cricket.
I just hope the BCCI remembers his contributions properly. He was often sidelined unfairly after 2021 despite being a match-winner. The 2018 Dharamshala win was also a gem. Good luck for your next innings, Ajinkya! 🙏
Australian here. I'll always respect Rahane for the way he played and captained in our backyard. That 2020-21 series was one of the greatest I've witnessed—he brought back memories of the old classic Test battles. A true gentleman of the game.
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