A record-holding Indian pacer who made his T20I debut with the best bowling figures announces his retirement.

 Barinder Sran, a left-arm fast bowler who represented India in six One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and two Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) in 2016, has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. Throughout his international career, Sran managed to take a total of 13 wickets while playing in these two white-ball formats for India.

A record-holding Indian pacer who made his T20I debut with the best bowling figures announces his retirement.

Reflecting on his retirement, Sran expressed his gratitude for his cricketing journey. "As I officially hang up my cricket boots, I look back at my journey with a heart full of gratitude. Since switching from boxing to cricket in 2009, the sport has blessed me with countless incredible experiences. Fast bowling quickly became my calling and opened up opportunities to play for several esteemed IPL franchises, which eventually led to the pinnacle of my career—representing India in 2016," he shared.

He acknowledged that while his international career was relatively short, the experiences and memories he gained would always hold a special place in his heart. He also expressed deep appreciation for the coaches and management who supported him throughout his career, saying, "I am eternally grateful to the almighty for getting me the right coaches and management, who have supported me throughout my journey." As he looks ahead to the future, Sran remains thankful for all that cricket has given him and encourages others to dream big, quoting, "Just like the sky, dreams have no limits, so keep dreaming." These sentiments were shared by Sran in a heartfelt post on his Instagram account.

During his IPL career, Sran played for several teams, including the Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, Mumbai Indians—where he was part of the winning squad in the 2019 season—and Sunrisers Hyderabad. Over 24 IPL matches, he claimed 18 wickets, maintaining an economy rate of 9.40. Interestingly, before pursuing cricket, Sran was initially a boxer at the Bhiwani Boxing Club, known for producing notable talents like Vijender Singh, the 2008 Beijing Olympics bronze medallist.

Sran's journey into cricket began somewhat unexpectedly when an advertisement by Punjab Kings invited young talent for trials. His skills as a fast bowler earned him recognition, leading to a win in the India Under-19 segment of the Gatorade Speedster competition. This victory provided him with the opportunity to train at the ICC Academy in Dubai, where he honed his skills. Overcoming injuries and challenges, Sran progressed through the ranks, playing domestic cricket for Punjab and later Chandigarh, participating in the IPL, and ultimately achieving the honor of playing for the Indian national team.