Ajinkya Rahane Announces Retirement from International Cricket, Ends His Team India Career.
Ajinkya Rahane has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a remarkable career with Team India. Explore his journey, career stats, achievements, and legacy.
Ankush Pandey
Highlights
- Ajinkya Rahane announced his retirement through an Instagram video.
- He represented India in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs, and 20 T20Is.
- Rahane had not played international cricket for nearly 3 years.
Veteran Indian cricketer Ajinkya Rahane has announced his retirement from international cricket and all forms of the game. He shared the news through an emotional video on Instagram, where he struggled to hold back his tears. In the heartfelt message, Rahane thanked the BCCI, his teammates, his wife, and millions of fans for their unwavering support throughout his cricketing journey.
In the caption accompanying the video, Rahane wrote, “Cap No. 278 is signing off. Thank you for all the love and support over the years. I will always be grateful.” He made his international debut for India in a T20I against England on August 31, 2011, marking the beginning of an illustrious career in Indian cricket.
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Rahane Had Been Out of the Indian Team for Nearly Three Years
Ajinkya Rahane had been out of India's international setup for a considerable period. His last appearance for Team India came in July 2023, when he played a Test match against the West Indies. He last featured in an ODI in 2018 and played his final T20I in 2016.
Led India in Six Test Matches
During his international career, Rahane represented India in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs, and 20 T20Is. In Test cricket, he scored 5,077 runs in 144 innings at an average of 38.46, including 12 centuries and 26 half-centuries, with a highest score of 188.
Rahane also captained India in six Test matches, leading the team to four victories, while the remaining two matches ended in draws, making him one of India's few unbeaten Test captains.
Ajinkya Rahane's International T20I,ODI & TEST Career Statistics
| Statistic | Tests | ODIs | T20Is |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches Played | 85 | 90 | 20 |
| Innings | 144 | 87 | 20 |
| Runs Scored | 5,077 | 2,962 | 375 |
| Highest Score | 188 | 111 | 61 |
| Batting Average | 38.46 | 35.26 | 20.83 |
| Strike Rate | 49.50 | 78.63 | 113.29 |
| 100s | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| 50s | 26 | 24 | 1 |
Career Summary
| Overall Career | Statistics |
|---|---|
| Total International Matches | 195 |
| Total International Runs | 8,414 |
| Test Matches | 85 |
| ODI Matches | 90 |
| T20I Matches | 20 |
Notes:-Rahane scored 2,962 runs in 87 ODI innings, averaging 35.26 with a strike rate of 78.63, including 3 centuries and 24 half-centuries. In 20 T20Is, he scored 375 runs at a strike rate of 113.29.
Rahane Led India Across All Three Formats
Ajinkya Rahane captained India in all three international formats during his career. He led the Indian team in 3 ODIs, winning all 3 matches. In T20 Internationals, Rahane captained India in 2 matches, guiding the team to 1 victory, while the other match ended in defeat.
