Islamabad, Nov 4: India wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha declared his retirement from all cricket-related activities.
Wriddhiman declared on social media that the current Ranji Trophy season would be his final one.
The stumper, who turned 40 this month, has played in 40 Test matches and nine One-Day Internationals for India.
For a considerable amount of time following MS Dhoni’s retirement, he was India’s preferred keeper-batter in red-ball cricket.
Second only to Dhoni and Pant (equal first) in terms of keepers with the most hundreds for India is the right-hander.
Saha, who is considered to be among the best gloveman in cricket, amassed 1353 Test runs and three hundreds.
Three years ago, in 2021, Saha played his final Test match against New Zealand.
Saha played a couple key knocks in the series, but the team’s then-new management,
which included captain Rohit Sharma and head coach Rahul Dravid, chose to gradually remove him from the squad in favor of KS Bharat as Rishabh Pant’s backup.
“After a cherished journey in cricket, this season will be my last.
I am honoured to represent Bengal one final time, playing only in the Ranji Trophy before I retire,” Saha wrote on X, promising to make his last season for Bengal a memorable one.
“Thank you to everyone who has been part of this incredible ride, your support has meant the world. Let’s make this season one to remember…”
Wriddhiman Saha says no to IPL
Saha has not registered for the forthcoming super auction that is scheduled for later this month,
so, it seems unlikely that he will play in the IPL next year, according to a Sportstar report.
Sources indicate that he may make an official remark on the subject shortly before the auction, despite the fact that he has not officially addressed the issue.
Wicketkeeper Wriddhiman Saha was released after the previous three years playing for the Gujarat Titans.
Saha is one of very rare players who played in every IPL season since the time when this competition started in 2008. IPL player: He has played for GT, SRH, CSK, PBKS and KKR.
