Punam Raut, part of India's 2017 World Cup run, retires from international cricket
Indian women's cricket batter Punam Raut has announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket. A key member of the 2017 World Cup squad, she represented India in 142 international matches across all formats.
Why it matters
Raut was a significant figure in the growth and visibility of Indian women's cricket, particularly during the 2017 World Cup campaign.
Out-of-favour India women's cricket team top-order batter Punam Raut on Thursday announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket with immediate effect.The 37-year-old represented India in four Tests, 73 ODIs and 35 T20Is between 2009 and 2021.“After much thought and reflection, I have decided to retire from international cricket in all formats of the game,” Raut said in a post on her Instagram page."Representing India has been the greatest honour of my life. Cricket has been more than just a sport — it has shaped my character, taught me resilience, and given me memories that I will cherish forever.
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