Former IPL and Uttar Pradesh bowler Ankit Rajpoot has announced shock retirement from Indian cricket, at only 31. The once-highly-rated pacer, in a length post on social media confirmed, that he would be exploring other opportunities. Having made his debut in 2012 in the Ranji Trophy, he went on to pick up 248 wickets.
Ankit Rajpoot Calls it a Day
As far as the IPL is concerned, he plied his trade for CSK, PBKS, RR and KKR. Recently, he was a part of the LSG franchise as well, but didn’t get a match there. Surprisingly, he played in the Ranji Trophy for UP this year — but in two matches, failed to bag a wicket.
“Today, with immense gratitude & humility, I announce my retirement from Indian Cricket. My journey from 2009-2024 has been the most wonderful period of my life. I am grateful for the opportunities given to me by the Board of Control for India, Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association, Kanpur Cricket Association, IPL franchise Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Kings 11, Rajasthan Royals, and Lucknow Super Giants.
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“I am excited to announce that I will be exploring new opportunities in the world of cricket & the business side of it, where I will also continue to participate in the sport that I love and challenge myself in a new and different environment. I believe that this is the next step in my journey as a Cricketer and I look forward to this new chapter in my life. I wish the best of luck to all the teammates from the various teams I’ve been a part of.”
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