Before Dhoni, this CSK star player announced his retirement, created a stir in the cricket world

Vijay Shankar IPL Retirement: Former CSK and India all-rounder Vijay Shankar has announced that he is retiring from IPL and domestic cricket to extend his playing career abroad. Shankar played for four teams in the IPL and participated in 78 matches in 10 seasons.

During this period he scored 1233 runs and took nine wickets. Shankar also played 77 first-class matches during his domestic career, scoring 4253 runs and taking 43 wickets. On Friday, May 22, Shankar released a lengthy statement explaining the reasons for his retirement. The all-rounder said that he has taken this decision to play more cricket somewhere else and get more opportunities.

Shankar’s statement read, “Cricket is my life. I started playing at the age of 10 and 25 years later, I am grateful and fortunate to have played at every level and at the highest level. Representing my country will always be one of my proudest and happiest moments. “I have decided to retire from domestic cricket and the IPL to pursue new opportunities and play more cricket.” “For allowing me to do that Thank you is not enough which I like. Will always be grateful.”

“I am thankful to the BCCI and the Indian cricket team – a lot of lessons, countless memories and a lot of inspiration! It will be the biggest honor for me to represent the country. Bowling the last over in India’s 500th ODI in Nagpur and taking the first wicket with the first ball in the 2019 World Cup are moments I will always remember!

“My IPL teams GT, SRH, CSK and DC – special thanks! The experiences and learning from all around have made me what I am today!” Was.

I have faced a lot of hatred and negativity – Shankar

Shankar said, “I have faced a lot of hatred and negativity. I want to take this opportunity to tell you that I have decided to ignore it and move ahead. If I can do it – then anyone can! Think positive and work hard. Cricket has taught me life. Cricket is my life.”

Tamil Nadu all-rounder was part of CSK

The Tamil Nadu all-rounder was a part of CSK last season, where he struggled to make an impact with the bat and was released ahead of the new season. He came into the auction as an uncapped player after last playing for India in June 2019. But he did not find any buyer in the auction. Shankar also played 12 ODIs and nine T20Is for India in his international career.

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