Indian Cricketer Joginder Sharma retired from all forms of cricket

• Indian Cricketer Joginder Sharma retired from all forms of cricket.
• Joginder Sharma helped India win the first Men’s T20 World Cup in 2007.
• Fast bowler played for India in 4 ODIs and as many T20Is, taking five wickets in total.

Joginder Sharma, fast bowler who helped India win the first Men’s T20 World Cup in 2007, cemented his name in the minds of cricket fans, has declared his retirement from all forms of the game.

“Today with immense gratitude and humility I announce my retirement from all forms of International and domestic cricket. My journey from 2002 to 2017 has been the most wonderful years of my life, honour representing India level of sport,” he wrote in a letter addressed to BCCI secretary Jay Shah through his social media accounts on Friday.

One of the most famous moments in Indian cricket history occurred when he persuaded Misbah-ul-Haq to scoop the ball into the hands of S Sreesanth at short fine leg, helping India win the match by five runs and take the trophy.

“I am grateful for the opportunities given to me by the BCCI wicket Association Chennai Super Kings and the Haryana government to all my teammates coaches Mentors and support staff absolute privilege to have played with you all for helping turn my dream into reality.”

“To all cricket fans that have supported me through the ups and downs of International sport: I will forever cherish the moments I spent with you all. Your support has always been a source of motivation for me.”

“Lastly, I would like to thank my family and friends for their conditional love and support throughout my career they have been my backbones and without them, I would not have been able to achieve what I have today,” he further wrote.

Recently, he had played in the 2022 season of the Legends Cricket League.

“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.”

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