Archive · 31 Jul 2026
Rahane Announces Retirement from All International Cricket
Ajinkya Rahane is a famous Indian cricketer who played for the national team for almost 20 years.
He decided to stop playing international matches because he felt it was the right time.
He said he will still help young players learn the game.
He thanked everyone who supported him, like the cricket board, his teammates, and his fans.
He also said he will keep playing in domestic cricket and in the Indian Premier League.
He posted a video on Instagram to share his decision.
He is known for leading India to a big win against Australia in 2021.
He is proud of his career and wants to keep the sport alive for future players.
Ajinkya Rahane, India’s cap number 278, announced retirement from all international formats on 30 July 2024.
He cited that the timing was right, reflecting on a career of 85 Tests, 90 ODIs and 20 T20Is since 2013.
Rahane thanked the BCCI, MCA, IPL franchises, teammates, coaches, family and fans, and pledged to mentor the next generation.
He highlighted his most memorable moments, including leading India to a 2‑1 series win over Australia in 2020‑21 as stand‑in captain.
The announcement was made via an emotional Instagram video, ending with the message “Cap number 278, signing off.”
- Who
- Ajinkya Rahane
- What
- Retirement from all formats of international cricket
- When
- 30 July 2024
- Where
- Instagram video
- Why
- He felt the timing was right and wanted to move on and give back to the game
- Name
- Ajinkya Rahane
- Cap number
- 278
- International career
- 2013–2024
- Tests
- 85 matches, 5,077 runs
- ODIs
- 90 matches, 2,962 runs
- T20Is
- 20 matches, 375 runs
- Notable achievement
- Led India to 2‑1 series win over Australia (2020‑21)
- Retirement announcement
- Instagram video, 30 July 2024
Sources
Time to move on: Ajinkya Rahane announces retirement from international cricket
Ajinkya Rahane, former India Test captain, announces retirement from all forms of cricket: 'Timing right for me to move on'
Rahane retires from international cricket
Ajinkya Rahane: 'I gave this game everything I had'
Ajinkya Rahane retires from international cricket
'Time is right to move on': Ajinkya Rahane announces retirement from international cricket
SEE: Tearful Ajinkya Rahane thanks fans as he bids adieu to international cricket
‘Cap 278 signing off’: Ajinkya Rahane retires from all formats of cricket
'Cap 278 Signing Off': Ajinkya Rahane Bids Farewell To International Cricket After Illustrious Career
‘I have made mistakes’: Ajinkya Rahane chokes in emotion while announcing his retirement
Ajinkya Rahane retires from international cricket after nearly two decades
