‘Cap 278 signing off’: Ajinkya Rahane announces retirement from all forms of cricket
Ajinkya Rahane, a former Indian Test cricket captain, has announced his retirement from all forms of professional cricket. Rahane is best remembered for leading India to a historic series victory in Australia during the 2020-21 season.
Why it matters
Rahane's retirement marks the end of a significant era for Indian cricket, particularly regarding his leadership during one of the team's most challenging and successful overseas tours.
Former India vice-captain Ajinkya Rahane on Thursday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, bringing the curtain down on a distinguished career that spanned more than two decades and included one of India’s most memorable overseas Test triumphs.
Rahane, 38, who led India to a historic 2-1 Border-Gavaskar Trophy series win in Australia in 2020-21, made the announcement through a video posted on social media with the caption: “Cap 278 signing off. Thank you for all the love and support over the years. Forever grateful.”
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