India pacer Varun Aaron announces retirement from all forms of cricket

India pacer Varun Aaron announces retirement from all forms of cricket

India pacer Varun Aaron has retired from all forms of cricket, the cricketer announced through a social media post on Friday.

“For the past 20 years, I have lived, breathed, and thrived on the rush of bowling fast. Today, with immense gratitude, I officially announce my retirement from representative cricket,” Aaron wrote on Instagram.

“In his post, Aaron thanked the BCCI and his state team – Jharkhand State Cricket Association. He also expressed his gratitude to the physios, trainers and coaches at the National Cricket Academy.”

Aaron played nine Tests and as many One Day Internationals for India, taking 29 wickets across the two formats. His last match for India was against South Africa in a Test match, nine years ago.

The 35-year-old, who had announced his red-ball retirement last year, drew curtains to his white-ball career as well following Jharkhand’s exit from the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy.

He thanked his family, friends, coaches, teammates, and others for playing a part in his sporting career.

“As I bid farewell to a pursuit that has consumed me completely, I now look forward to savouring the smaller joys in life while staying deeply connected to the game that has given me everything. Fast bowling has been my first love, and though I step off the field, it will always be a part of who I am.”