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New Delhi: Former Indian cricket team all-rounder Vijay Shankar on Friday announced his retirement from domestic cricket and Indian Premier League (IPL). Vijay Shankar said that he now wants to explore new opportunities and has taken this step with the aim of playing more cricket around the world. After his decision, the way to play in foreign T-20 leagues has also opened.

Vijay was known as ‘3D Player’

Vijay Shankar was an important part of Indian domestic cricket and IPL for a long time. He was also known as ‘3D player’, because he had the ability to contribute in all three – batting, bowling and fielding. He made his debut in international cricket for the Indian team in the year 2018. During his career, he played 12 ODI and 9 T20 international matches for India.

Vijay Shankar recalled his cricket journey in an emotional message shared on social media. He wrote that cricket has been the most important part of his life. He started playing this game at the age of 10 and remained associated with cricket for about 25 years. He said that he considers himself very fortunate that he got the opportunity to play cricket at every level and represent the country.

What did the former all-rounder say?

The former all-rounder said that playing for the country wearing the Indian team jersey will be one of the proudest and happiest moments of his life. He expressed his gratitude to his fans, coaches, teammates and all those who supported him in his cricket career.

Vijay Shankar also clarified that he is not moving away from cricket completely, but now wants to move towards new opportunities and more competitive cricket. After retiring from domestic cricket and IPL, his chances of playing in foreign leagues have increased.

After his decision, the discussion in the cricket world has intensified. Fans and fellow players have wished him good luck for his future on social media. Vijay Shankar’s career may not have been long at the international level, but he proved his usefulness on many important occasions.