After Right-handed batter Robin Uthappa announced retirement from all forms of India cricket on Wednesday, Suresh Raina wished his colleague a happy retirement and wrote a heartfelt note.
Raina on his official Twitter account in a tweet wrote, “Happy Retirement Robbie! Happy endings are always a great start to new beginnings. You’ve accomplished so much over your career, and the whole nation’s gonna miss seeing you play. All the best for your future endeavours brother!
Happy Retirement Robbie! Happy endings are always a great start to new beginnings. You’ve accomplished so much over your career, and the whole nation’s gonna miss seeing you play. All the best for your future endeavours brother! ❤️ https://t.co/qs3lLePKgl
— Suresh Raina (@ImRaina) September 14, 2022
“It’s been 20 years since I started playing professional cricket, and it has been the greatest honour to represent my country and state, Karnataka- wonderful journey of ups and downs; one that has been fulfilling, rewarding, enjoyable and has allowed me to grow as a human being. However, all good things must come to an end and with a grateful heart I have decided to retire from all forms of Indian cricket. While I will spend a significant time with my young family, I look forward to charting a new phase in life,” he wrote in his farewell note.
The 2007 T20 World Cup-winning batter, who last played for India in 2015, took to Twitter to announce his decision
He also thanked all the IPL teams he has played so far. In the Indian Premier League, he played for Chennai Super Kings last season. He also appeared for Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Pune Warriors India, Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders in the 14 years of IPL.
In domestic cricket, he represented Karnataka, Saurashtra and Kerala, respectively.