Kedar Jadhav Calls Time on Cricket Career, Emulating MS Dhoni's Signature Style

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Kedar Jadhav, the dynamic Indian cricketer known for his aggressive batting and handy off-spin, announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on Monday, mimicking the style of his former captain MS Dhoni.

Jadhav took to Instagram to deliver the news, writing, "Thank you all for your love and support throughout my Career from 1500 hrs. Consider me retired from all forms of cricket." This announcement marks the end of a significant chapter in Indian cricket.

Jadhav's career with the Indian national team spanned from November 2014 to February 2020. In this period, he played 73 One Day Internationals (ODIs) and 9 Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Jadhav amassed 1511 runs in international cricket, showcasing his prowess with the bat.

His ODI career saw him score 1389 runs at an impressive average of 42.09, including six half-centuries and two centuries. His T20I appearances were limited but he remained a crucial player in the domestic and IPL circuits.

Jadhav made his international debut against Sri Lanka in Ranchi, in a match captained by Virat Kohli. His first significant impact came a few months later when he scored his maiden century in an ODI against Zimbabwe.

Jadhav's most memorable innings came in 2017 against England in Pune, where he scored a blistering 120 off just 76 balls. This knock, combined with Kohli's century, helped India chase down a daunting target of 351. Jadhav's performance earned him the Player of the Match award and solidified his place in Indian cricket lore.

In the 2019 ICC World Cup, Jadhav was part of the Indian squad that reached the semi-finals. Although he had a modest tournament, scoring 80 runs from five innings, his crucial innings of 52 against the West Indies was vital in securing a win for India. Jadhav's international career ended with his last appearance against New Zealand in an ODI in Auckland.

Before his international exploits, Jadhav made a name for himself in the domestic circuit. During the 2013-14 Ranji Trophy season, he was the highest run-scorer, accumulating 1223 runs at an average of 87.35. His performances included six centuries and two fifties, with a best of 204. This remarkable form helped propel Maharashtra to the final, though they eventually lost to Karnataka.

Jadhav also had a notable career in the Indian Premier League (IPL), playing 93 matches and scoring 1196 runs. His IPL journey included stints with several franchises such as Delhi Capitals, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Kochi Tuskers Kerala, Chennai Super Kings, and Royal Challengers Bangalore.

Kedar Jadhav's retirement, coming shortly after Dinesh Karthik's, marks the end of an era for a generation of Indian cricketers. His contributions to Indian cricket, marked by his aggressive batting and match-winning performances, will be remembered by fans and teammates alike.