Sreesanth Retires From All Forms Of Cricket, Calls It 'Right & Honorable Action'

The controversial Kerala speedster was perhaps India’s best in 2007-08 as he had the ability to trouble batters, not just with his bowling, but also through his actions.

S Sreesanth, Pic Courtesy: S Sreesanth (Twitter)

New Delhi: S Sreesanth on Wednesday took to Twitter to announce his decision to retire from all forms of cricket. The controversial Kerala speedster, winner of 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 World Cup, was perhaps India’s best in 2007-08 as he had the ability to trouble batters, not just with his bowling, but also through his actions. His career went downhill when his name came up in the 2013 IPL scandal. In September 2020, the ban on the fast-bowler ended, concluding a seven-year punishment that was originally meant for life.

Sreesanth, who was once considered to be a premier bowler, especially after the 2007 T20 World Cup, went down in a dramatic fashion.

It has been an honor to represent my family, my teammates and the people of India. Nd everyone who loves the game .

With much sadness but without regret, I say this with a heavy heart: I am retiring from the Indian domestic (first class and all formats )cricket ,

— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) March 9, 2022

For the next generation of cricketers..I have chosen to end my first class cricket career. This decision is mine alone, and although I know this will not bring me happiness, it is the right and honorable action to take at this time in my life. I ve cherished every moment .❤️🏏🇮🇳

— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) March 9, 2022

ICC has been a tremendous honor. During my 25 years career as a Cricket player, I've always pursued success and winning cricket games, while preparing and training with the highest standards of competition, passion and perseverance. It has been an honor to represent my family,

— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) March 9, 2022

Sreesanth returned to playing cricket for Kerala after his ban ended but didn’t impress many with his performance. The cricketer was back to playing cricket after trying his luck in acting, dancing, and reality shows.