India all-rounder Vijay Shankar announces he is retiring from all Indian domestic cricket and the IPL. The 35-year-old, from Tamil Nadu, makes the announcement in a social media post, saying he wants to pursue “new opportunities” and “play more cricket.” Shankar concludes a playing career that includes representing India in international cricket between 2018 and 2019, with 12 ODIs and nine T20Is to his name. Both outlets note that he is a member of India’s 2019 World Cup squad. Shankar also records gratitude toward the BCCI and the Indian team for his experiences, describing cricket as central to his life and expressing thanks for the chance to represent the country at the highest level. Ahead of the 2025–2026 domestic season, he later joined Tripura, according to one report, before retiring from domestic cricket and the IPL. His announcement signals an end to his participation in Indian domestic leagues and the IPL, while leaving his future path in cricket unclear.
Vijay Shankar announces retirement from Indian domestic cricket and the IPL
India all-rounder Vijay Shankar announces he is retiring from all Indian domestic cricket and the IPL. The 35-year-old, from Tamil Nadu, makes the announcement in a social media post, saying he wants...
- Vijay Shankar announces retirement from all Indian domestic cricket and the IPL.
- He says the decision is to “pursue new opportunities” and play more cricket.
- The all-rounder played 12 ODIs and nine T20Is for India between 2018 and 2019.
- Both reports say he was part of India’s 2019 World Cup squad.
- Shankar makes the announcement via a social media post and thanks the BCCI and the Indian team.
India all-rounder Vijay Shankar on Friday announced retirement from domestic cricket and Indian Premier League (IPL) to "pursue new opportunities" and "play more cricket". The 35-year-old all-rounder from Tamil Nadu, who later joined Tripura in domestic cricket ahead of the 2025-2026 season, played 12 ODIs and nine T20Is for India between 2018 and 2019. Shankar announced his decision in a social media post. "Cricket is my life. I started playing when I was 10 and 25 years later, I am grateful and blessed to have played at every level and to the highest level. Representing our country will always be one of my proudest and happiest moments," he wrote. "I have decided to retire from playing domestic cricket and IPL to pursue new opportunities and play more cricket. Thank you will not suffice for letting me do what I love. Eternally grateful." "Thankful to BCCI and the Indian Cricket Team - many learnings, countless memories and various inspirations! Representing the country will be m
3 months agoAll-rounder Vijay Shankar has announced his retirement from all Indian domestic cricket and the IPL, concluding a career that saw him represent India in ODIs and T20Is, including the 2019 World Cup. Shankar, who played 12 ODIs and 9 T20Is, expressed gratitude for his journey and plans to explore new opportunities in cricket.
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