Yusuf Pathan has put an end to his fabulous cricket career, retired from all forms of cricket, on Friday (February 26). “I officially announce retirement from all forms of the game. I thank my family, friends, fans, team, and the entire country wholeheartedly for all the support and love. I am sure you will continue to encourage me in the future as well,” the 38-year-old said on Twitter.
Yusuf played 57 ODIs and 22 T20Is for the country, including 810 runs and 236 runs, respectively. One of the highlights of his career in international cricket was his unbeaten 123 against New Zealand in Bangalore in 2010. Yusuf also bowled off-spin and took 46 international wickets.
Yusuf was a part of the Indian Premier League for 12 years, a tournament he won with both Rajasthan Royals and Kolkata Knight Riders. He gained 3204 runs and bagged 42 wickets in the IPL.
Yusuf was also an honored member of both the T20 and 50-over World Cup-winning India squads of 2007 and 2011.
Yusuf Pathan played a great part for Team India.