India’s Dinesh Karthik announces retirement from all formats of cricket

Days after announcing retirement from the Indian Premier League tournament, ace Indian wicket-keeper batter Dinesh Karthik on 1 June announced retirement from all formats of cricket.

He took to X and wrote, “Its’ official. Thank DK (sic)”, followed by an emotional note and a video.

In the note, Karthik wrote,”I have been overwhelmed by the affection, support and love I have received in the past few days. My deepest gratitude and sincere thanks to all the fans who have made this feeling possible.”

He added, “Having fiven it plenty of thought for sometime now, I have decided to move on from playing resprestative circket. I officially announce my retirement and put my playing days behind me as I square up for the new challenges that lie ahead.”

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