India's star all-rounder with 9483 runs, 659 wickets announces sudden retirement from limited-over cricket, made his debut in Australia

Rishi Dhawan retires from limited-over cricket

Rishi Dhawan's international career spanned four matches, three ODIs and one T20I. Notably he made his debut in Australia back in 2016. 

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However, Rishi Dhawan will continue playing first-class cricket. He will likely remain a key member of the Himachal Pradesh team for the remainder of the ongoing Ranji Trophy season. Currently second in Group B, Himachal are in contention for a quarterfinals berth. Dhawan has been a key contributor this season, featuring in all five matches. He has tonked 397 runs at an impressive average of 79.40 and picked 11 wickets at an average of 28.45.

Rishi took to social media to announce his retirement. He said that he has taken this big decision with heavy heart but with no regret

"It's with a heavy heart, even though I have no regrets, that I'd like to announce my retirement from Indian cricket (Limited over). It's a sport that has defined my life for the past 20 years. This game has given me immeasurable joy and countless memories that would always stay very close to my heart," Dhawan wrote on his Instagram post.

"I want to take a moment to show my gratitude towards the opportunities that were given to me by Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI), Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA), Punjab Kings, Mumbai Indians and Kolkata Knight Riders. From humble beginnings to representing my nation on the grandest stages, it has been a privilege beyond measure. Cricket has been my passion, and my reason for waking up every morning," his post further read.

"I would like to thank all of my coaches, mentors, teammates, and support staff for the valuable contributions you have made to shaping me into the person I am today," Rishi signed off.

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Rishi Dhawan's impressive domestic career

Talking about Rishi Dhawan's domestic career, in a total of 134 List A matches, he picked 186 wickets at an average of 29.74 and also amassed 2906 runs at an average of 38.23, including a century. In 135 T20 matches, he has taken 118 wickets at an average of 26.44 and an economy rate of 7.06, while also contributing 1740 runs at a strike rate of 121.33.