Xtra Time Web Desk: Veteran Indian women batter Mithali Raj on Wednesday announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket. She announced her retirement by sharing a statement on her social media platform Twitter.
Mithali retires as the leading run getter in women’s ODIs. Since making her debut in 1999 Mithali has represented India in 232 matches, scoring 7805 runs at an average of 50.68. She has also played 12 tests. It will bring down curtains on a glittering career.
She announced her retirement by sharing a statement on her social media handle Twitter. Her statement read, “Thank you for all your love & support over the years! I look forward to my 2nd innings with your blessing and support.”
“I set out as a little girl on the journey to wear the India blues as representing your country is the highest honour. The journey was full of highs and some lows. Each event taught me something unique and the last 23 years have been the most fulfilling, challenging and enjoyable years of my life,” said Mithali.
“Like all journeys, this one too must come to an end. Today is the day I retire from all forms of international cricket,” said Mithali.”
“Each time I stepped on the girls, I gave my very best with the intent to help India win. I will always cherish the opportunity given to me to represent the tricolour,” she said.
“I feel now is the perfect time to call curtains on my playing career as the team is in the capable hands of some very talented young players and the future of Indian cricket is very bright,” she added.