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Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has announced his retirement from international cricket. He shared this news through a video message posted on his Instagram account. Rahane represented India in all three formats during his extensive international career. He played 85 Test matches, 90 ODIs, and 20 T20Is for the country. Rahane was also part of India's historic Test series win in Australia in 2020-21.
The Mumbaikar, now charting a fresh path as a commentator, belonged to a school of batsmanship lit up by Sunil Gavaskar, Sachin Tendulkar, Dilip Vengsarkar and Rohit
New Delhi, When Ajinkya Rahane entered his residential society in Mumbai after leading a battered Indian team to an unlikely Test triumph in Australia five years ago, his excited neighbours welcomed him with a cake which had a kangaroo-shaped topping.He had one look at it and agreed to cut only if the said topping was removed. Because the animal in question represented Australian pride and even in his moment of triumph, he did not want to disrespect the national symbol of a rival.Also Read: Ajinkya Rahane retires from international cricketThe incident was a reflection of the man's character. C
Ajinkya Rahane announced his retirement from international cricket on Thursday. Sachin Tendulkar led tributes, recalling Rahane's dedication and leadership qualities. Former coach Ravi Shastri praised his yeoman service to Indian cricket. Cheteshwar Pujara and Virender Sehwag also celebrated his career achievements. Rahane retires with 5,077 Test runs and an unbeaten captaincy record.
Unless they find a new captain at the auction or via trade, Rinku appears the leading candidate to replace Rahane