Indian-origin cricketer Jaskaran Malhotra has announced his retirement from international cricket. The star USA batter took to social media on Thursday, August 8, to share the news with his fans.
Jaskaran Malhotra Retires from International Cricket
Hailing from India, Malhotra made a significant impact on the United States cricket scene after relocating. Through consistent performances in domestic cricket, he earned his place in the USA national team.
Jaskaran turned heads with six sixes in an over
Malhotra achieved a remarkable feat by becoming one of only four cricketers to hit six sixes in an over in international cricket. His most memorable innings came in an ODI against Papua New Guinea in Oman in 2021, where he scored a blistering unbeaten 173, including 16 sixes and four fours.
Despite his sensational innings against Papua New Guinea, Jaskaran Malhotra struggled to maintain his form. He managed to score only one half-century in his subsequent 11 One Day Internationals, leading to his exclusion from the team. His last ODI appearance was against Namibia in 2022.
Malhotra's T20I career also faced challenges. His final T20I match came against Papua New Guinea in 2022. He was notably absent from the USA squad for the 2024 T20 World Cup, which was held in the United States and the Caribbean.
Jaskaran Malhotra's Achievements
Jaskaran Malhotra's exceptional innings against Papua New Guinea also earned him two notable records. He holds the record for the second-highest individual score by a number seven batsman in ODIs, with his 173-run knock. Additionally, his 16 sixes in that innings are the second-most in a single ODI innings. On August 8, 2024, Jaskaran Malhotra announced his retirement from international cricket through a heartfelt message. He expressed gratitude for the unforgettable experiences, friendships, and opportunities he gained while representing the USA. Malhotra confirmed his continued involvement in franchise cricket and expressed his commitment to supporting the growth of young American cricketers.
Jaskaran Malhotra announces his retirement through social media post
“August 8th, 2024, marks the end of an incredible chapter in my cricketing journey. Four years ago, I made my international T20 debut for the USA in Dubai, with my dad proudly watching from the stands. Today, I announce my retirement from international cricket,” Jaskaran's post read.
"I'm grateful for the unforgettable memories, friendships, and experiences I've had representing USA Cricket. I thank all the coaches, support staff, and teammates who have supported me along the way. While I'll continue to play in franchise leagues, my focus now shifts to giving back to the sport. I'm committed to helping young American cricketers achieve their dreams of playing for this great nation," his post further read.
Jaskaran Malhotra's International Career Stats
Jaskaran Malhotra represented the United States in 18 One Day Internationals, amassing 429 runs at an average of over 30. In the T20I format, he played 17 matches, contributing 267 runs to the team's total.
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