Several Indian stars thanked the Mumbaikar for his years of service to the national team. Rahane shared the news through a video on Instagram, saying he felt it was the right time to move on from all forms of the game – both international and domestic cricket. Earlier, Virender Sehwag pays tribute after Ajinkya Rahane announces retirement.
Soon after the announcement, social media was filled with messages from Rahane’s former teammates, former players and fans. Legends like Sachin Tendulkar, VVS Laxman and Yuvraj Singh congratulated Rahane for his outstanding career while current players like Jasprit Bumrah, Mohammed Shami and KL Rahul salute him for his contribution to the Indian cricket.
Here's how Indian cricketers pay heartfelt tribute to Ajinkya Rahane
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 30, 2026
Congratulations @ajinkyarahane88 on an outstanding career?Your calm, inspiring leadership in India’s historic 20–21 series win in Australia will always be remembered. A disciplined, selfless and hardworking team man. Wishing you success and happiness in your next chapter and… pic.twitter.com/n8isBOF32A
— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) July 30, 2026— Cheteshwar Pujara (@cheteshwar1) July 30, 2026
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— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) July 30, 2026— Harbhajan Turbanator (@harbhajan_singh) July 30, 2026
Not just an authentic batsman, but a perfect role model too. ??Happy retirement, Jinks! @ajinkyarahane88 ?
— S.Badrinath (@s_badrinath) July 30, 2026— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) July 30, 2026
KL Rahul appreciated Ajinkya Rahane for a phenomenal International career ❤️ pic.twitter.com/55Z7wkVjzK
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) July 30, 2026A post shared by Shikhar Dhawan (@shikhardofficial)
Ajinkya Rahane’s India career and rare captaincy
In ODIs, the right-hander amassed 2,962 runs in 90 matches, including three centuries and 24 fifties. He also represented India in 20 T20Is, scoring 375 runs. Amid this, Mohammad Amir calls time on Pakistan cricket, embraces new chapter in England.
Additionally, Rahane captained India in six Test matches, winning four and drawing two, without losing a single game. The Mumbaikar is one of the few Indian captains to lead the team in five or more Tests and remain unbeaten.
It remains one of the most special achievements of his international career. However, he also served as the captain in the IPL – Rajasthan Royals, Rising Pune Supergiant and Kolkata Knight Riders – and Mumbai in domestic cricket as well.
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