Virat Kohli to R Ashwin: Cricketers who took retirement in 2024
India’s star spinner, Ravichandran Ashwin, announced his retirement from international cricket on December 18, following the third Test between India and Australia, which ended in a draw at The Gabba in Brisbane. His decision to retire from all formats has sparked widespread reactions, with many cricket experts and fans questioning the timing. Alongside Ashwin, other cricketing legends have also gained attention for their retirement announcements. Let’s know the Cricketers who took retirement in 2024.
Let’s look at 10 Legend Cricketers who took retirement in 2024
#10 David Warner (All Formats)
David Warner, the Australian opener, became the first major cricketer to announce retirement in 2024. He played his final Test match against Pakistan in Sydney and announced his retirement on January 6, 2024.
#9 James Anderson (All Formats)
England pacer James Anderson played his final Test at Lord’s against the West Indies, with his family present to ring the bell before the match. On July 12, 2024, Anderson announced his retirement from international cricket.
#8 Shikar Dhawan (All Formats)
Former India opener Shikhar Dhawan announced his retirement from international and domestic cricket on August 24. Dhawan, who last played for India in the ODI series against Bangladesh in December 2022, had been sidelined by Shubman Gill.
#7 Dinesh Karthik (All Formats)
The charismatic wicketkeeper-batter Dinesh Karthik called time on his cricketing career, announcing his retirement from all forms of the game on November 15. Karthik, known for his sharp glove work and match-winning knocks, leaves a lasting legacy in Indian cricket.
#6 Rohit Sharma (T20I)
Indian captain Rohit Sharma announced his decision to retire from T20 Internationals in June after winning the T20 World Cup. After a stellar career in the format, Sharma’s announcement marks the conclusion of his T20I journey, as he wants to focus on ODI and Test cricket.
#5 Ravindra Jadeja (T20I)
All-rounder and exceptional fielder Ravindra Jadeja confirmed his retirement from T20 International after winning the T20 World Cup. Jadeja known for his lethal performances decided to retire from short formats to explore his explosiveness in the long formats.
#4 Tim Southee (Test)
New Zealand pacer Tim Southee announced his retirement from Test cricket following the England series. He played a pivotal role in New Zealand’s victory in the third Test at Seddon Park, Hamilton. Southee, who claimed 391 wickets in 107 Test matches, received a guard of honor from his teammates.
#3 Shakib Al Hasan (T20I & Test)
Regarded as Bangladesh’s finest cricketer, Shakib Al Hasan retired from T20Is and Test cricket this year but will continue in ODIs. He retired with a record 2,251 T20I runs and 149 wickets. In Tests, he scored over 4,609 runs and took more than 246 wickets.
#2 Virat Kohli (T20I)
Virat Kohli declared his retirement from T20 International cricket after winning the T20 World Cup in 2024, marking the end of an era in the shortest format for India.
#1 Ravichandran Ashwin (All Formats)
Ravichandran Ashwin announced his retirement from international cricket on December 18, 2024, following India’s third Test draw against Australia at The Gabba. The off-spinner played 106 Tests, taking 537 wickets, and ranks seventh on the all-time Test wicket-takers list, sparking mixed reactions from fans and experts alike.
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