Mithali Raj retires: Netizens hail India's 'legend' cricketer

Mithali Raj retires: Netizens hail India's 'legend' cricketer

FPJ Web DeskUpdated: Wednesday, June 08, 2022, 04:16 PM IST
article-image
Mithali Raj | File Photo

The Test and ODI captain of the Indian women's national cricket team, Mithali Raj, on Wednesday announced her retirement from all formats of international cricket.

Mithali is retiring as the leading run-scorer in the women's ODIs. She represented India in 232 matches, scoring 7805 runs at an average of 50.68. In Tests, Mithali has smashed 699 runs in 12 matches with a brilliant average of 43.68. She also has 2364 runs in 89 T20Is.

Mithali, who made her debut in 2002, is regarded as the greatest Indian women's batter. She captained the side to two 50-over World Cups.

Here are a few reactions

RECENT STORIES

Sportvot x FPJ: Ultimate Champions League Season 4 Witness Action-Packed Matches

Sportvot x FPJ: Ultimate Champions League Season 4 Witness Action-Packed Matches

Sportvot x FPJ: Mumbai Premier League 2025–26 Witness Thrilling Action

Sportvot x FPJ: Mumbai Premier League 2025–26 Witness Thrilling Action

When Cricket Meets Yoga: Steve Smith's 'Acrobatic' Leave Sends Sydney Crowd Into Laughter During AUS...

When Cricket Meets Yoga: Steve Smith's 'Acrobatic' Leave Sends Sydney Crowd Into Laughter During AUS...

Tempers Flare In NBA! GSW Coach Steve Kerr Ejected Following Intense Sideline Argument With...

Tempers Flare In NBA! GSW Coach Steve Kerr Ejected Following Intense Sideline Argument With...

Suresh Kalmadi Passes Away In Pune: Everything You Need To Know About Former IOA President & 2010...

Suresh Kalmadi Passes Away In Pune: Everything You Need To Know About Former IOA President & 2010...