Star India batter Cheteshwar Pujara has retired from all forms of cricket with immediate effect. He will no longer play for the national team or his domestic
side Saurashtra, hanging his boots in an official announcement on Sunday, August 24.
"Wearing the Indian jersey, singing the anthem, and trying my best each time I stepped on the field - it’s impossible to put into words what it truly meant. But as they say, all good things must come to an end, and with immense gratitude I have decided to retire from all forms of Indian cricket. Thank you for all the love and support," the veteran batter wrote on his official social media handle.
Wearing the Indian jersey, singing the anthem, and trying my best each time I stepped on the field - it’s impossible to put into words what it truly meant. But as they say, all good things must come to an end, and with immense gratitude I have decided to retire from all forms of… pic.twitter.com/p8yOd5tFyT
— Cheteshwar Pujara (@cheteshwar1) August 24, 2025
"Wearing the Indian jersey, singing the anthem, and trying my best each time I stepped on the field - it's impossible to put into words what it truly meant. But as they say, all good things must come to an end, and with immense gratitude I have decided to retire from all forms of Indian cricket," the Rajkot-born said.
"I would like to thank the BCCI, and Saurashtra Cricket Association for the opportunity and support through my cricket career. Am equally grateful to all the teams, franchises, and counties I have been able to represent over the years," he added.
Pujara's Test numbers
The 38-year-old made his Test debut in October 2010 against Australia at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru. He made an instant mark with his batting, scoring a vital 72 on debut in the second innings of the Test match, helping India chase down the target with utmost ease, engaging in a crucial partnership alongside Sachin Tendulkar.
