Ajinkya Rahane announces his retirement from international cricket and all formats on Thursday, prompting tributes and reactions from prominent figures in Indian sport. NDTV reports that two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu responds to Rahane’s decision, acknowledging his contributions to Indian cricket. The reports also note reactions from former cricketers Virender Sehwag and Shikhar Dhawan, who comment on Rahane’s career following his announcement. Rahane’s retirement ends a long tenure as a key top-order batter, including domestic and international appearances, and closes his involvement in competitive cricket across formats. The reactions emphasize his standing in Indian cricket and the impact of his career, while no new details about future plans are reported in the provided summaries. The coverage is focused on public acknowledgements from well-known athletes as Rahane transitions away from playing.