Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Rahane’s Tearful Farewell Sparks Global Tributes
Ajinkya Rahane, a famous Indian cricketer, said he was retiring from international cricket.
He posted a video on Instagram where he cried, and many people saw it and felt sad.
Fans wrote messages like "Please Don't Cry Jinx" to cheer him up.
They remembered his great moments, like scoring a big score in Melbourne and leading India to win a big series in Australia.
Everyone praised how humble and professional he was, and they thanked him for all the fun and excitement he gave them.
The whole event turned into a big celebration of his life in cricket, with lots of love and tears from fans around the world.
Ajinkya Rahane announced his retirement from international cricket via an emotional Instagram post.
He broke down in tears during his farewell video, prompting widespread online tributes.
Fans rallied with the phrase "Please Don't Cry Jinx," urging him to smile.
Rahane’s career highlights include a century at the Melbourne Cricket Ground and leadership in the 2020‑21 Border‑Gavaskar Trophy win.
The retirement celebration focused on his humility, professionalism, and lasting impact on Indian cricket.
- Who
- Ajinkya Rahane
- What
- Retirement announcement and tearful farewell video
- Where
- India (online via Instagram)
- Why
- Fans celebrated his career, humility, and impact on Indian cricket
- Retirement announcement platform
- Key achievements highlighted
- Century at Melbourne Cricket Ground; leadership in 2020‑21 Border‑Gavaskar Trophy
- Fan phrase
- Please Don't Cry Jinx
- Emotional reaction
- Tearful farewell video