New Delhi: India ODI and Test captain Mithali Raj today announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket.
Mithali retired as the leading run-scorer in the women’s ODIs. So far she has represented the Country in 232 matches, scored 7805 runs at an average of 50.68.
Talking about Test matches, Mithali has scored 699 runs in 12 matches with an outstanding average of 43.68. In 89 T20Is, she has scored 2364 runs .
Taking to Twitter she wrote, “Thank you for all your love & support over the years! I look forward to my 2nd innings with your blessing and support.”
Thank you for all your love & support over the years!
I look forward to my 2nd innings with your blessing and support. pic.twitter.com/OkPUICcU4u— Mithali Raj (@M_Raj03) June 8, 2022
Meanwhile, in the ICC Women’s ODI batting rankings, she continued to hold on to her seventh position.
Mithali Raj is known as one of the greatest Indian female batter.
Here is how social media users reacted:
Take a bow, legend Mithali Raj!
23 Year Long International journey has come to an end!
A Big Thanks to Mithali for her contribution towards growth of women’s cricket in India.
Via @imfemalecricket pic.twitter.com/7wSjl5Z2CS
— Akshat Saraf (@AkshatSaraf) June 8, 2022
Congratulations @M_Raj03 on a glorious career. You are a role model and an inspiration to many. Wishing you the very best in your second innings ??
— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) June 8, 2022
Congratulations mithali for a glorious career! I am sure you will continue to inspire young kids. Best wishes for your future endeavours ?
— Pragyan Ojha (@pragyanojha) June 8, 2022
Congratulations on your wonderful cricket journey ❤️??? best wishes for ur next chapter @M_Raj03 ??
— Rahul Sharma (@ImRahulSharma3) June 8, 2022
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