Harbhajan Singh has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket.
“I had already retired as a cricketer in many ways, but I hadn’t been allowed to make a formal declaration,” he said.
Harbhajan Singh said that he had delayed announcing his retirement because of his commitments with KKR in the IPL BCCI/IPL.
Harbhajan Singh has announced his retirement from cricket in “all formats.” The former India offspinner stated in a video statement on Twitter that “in many ways, I had already retired,” but said he had to postpone the announcement due to his responsibilities with Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL.
There comes a point in your life when you have to make some difficult choices and go forward. “I’ve been intending to make this announcement for a few years, but I’ve been waiting for the proper time to tell you all: today, I’m retiring from all forms of cricket,” he stated. “I had already resigned from cricket in many ways, but I hadn’t been allowed to make a formal declaration.”
“I haven’t played cricket in a long time.” However, I had made a commitment to the Kolkata Knight Riders and planned to spend the IPL season (2021) with them. However, I had made up my mind to retire during the season.”
Harbhajan, now 41, made his international debut against Australia in Bengaluru in March 1998, picking up two wickets in an eight-wicket defeat. He went on to play in a total of 103 Tests.
Harbhajan stated that he had “no idea” what he would do in the future, but that it will be related to the game.
“Cricket has always been, and will continue to be, a vital part of my life.” “I’ve been a long-time supporter of Indian cricket and will continue to do so in the future,” he stated. “I don’t know what the future holds, but cricket has shaped who I am now.” If I can assist Indian cricket in any way in the future, I will be overjoyed.
“Now I’m embarking on a new chapter in my life, which will be filled with its own set of obstacles. Believe me when I say that your Turbanator is prepared for the test! Just keep showering me with your affection.”