Wednesday saw the retirement of former India opener Robin Uthappa from all forms of Indian cricket.
On social media, Uthappa sent a touching message announcing his retirement from all forms of cricket.
The right-handed batter described it as the "biggest honour" of his remarkable career to have represented India and Karnataka.
All good things must come to an end, and with a grateful heart, I have decided to retire from all forms of Indian cricket. Thank you all, Uthappa said on the Koo app. "It has been my greatest honour to represent my country and my county, Karnataka.
The 2007 T20 World Cup-winning batter, who last played for India in 2015, took to Twitter to announce his decision.
"It's been 20 years since I started playing professional cricket, and it has been the greatest honour to represent my country and state, Karnataka- wonderful journey of ups and downs; one that has been fulfilling, rewarding, enjoyable and has allowed me to grow as a human being. However, all good things must come to an end and with a grateful heart I have decided to retire from all forms of Indian cricket. While I will spend a significant time with my young family, I look forward to charting a new phase in life," he wrote in his farewell note.
Uthappa competed in the Under-19 World Cup in 2004. He played in 46 ODIs and 13 T20Is for India after making his debut on the international stage two years later.
After 20 years of professional cricket, Uthappa continued, "It has been an honour to serve my nation and state, Karnataka. It has been a fantastic journey of ups and downs; one that has been meaningful, rewarding, enjoyable, and has helped me to evolve as a human being."
The talented hitter was a member of the Indian team that won the first T20 World Cup in South Africa in 2007. Two IPL championships have been won by the Karnataka batter, one for KKR and one for CSK in 2014 and 2021, respectively.