By Sushant Agarwal
Published on | May 08, 2025
Rohit Sharma announces his retirement from Test cricket while expressing gratitude to fans on Instagram for their unwavering support.
He burst onto the scene with a magnificent 177 against West Indies in 2013 at Eden Gardens, marking one of the best Test debuts by an Indian.
After early inconsistency, Rohit’s move to the top order in 2019 brought consistency and dominance, starting with twin tons vs South Africa.
67 Tests | 4,301 runs | Avg 40.57 12 centuries | 18 fifties | HS 212 India’s 16th-highest run-scorer in Tests.
Rohit scored 2,716 runs in 40 WTC matches at 41.15 with 9 centuries. He was India’s top run-scorer in WTC history and 10th overall.
At home, he was a giant: 2,535 runs in 34 Tests at 51.73 10 centuries, including a double ton in Ranchi vs South Africa.
Mixed returns abroad: Avg 31.01 in SENA nations Highlight: 127 at The Oval in 2021 — his only away century in England.
As Test captain: 24 matches | 12 wins | 9 losses Led India to the 2023 WTC Final, but struggled in later series.
2024–25 season woes: 164 runs in 8 Tests Lost series 0-3 to NZ at home, 1-3 to Australia, missing WTC 2025 final.
From stump-mic quips to light-hearted field chatter, Rohit's voice became a soundtrack of modern Indian Tests. His humour will be missed on the field.
With Rohit's departure, Team India will need a new Test captain for the upcoming England series. A new chapter in leadership awaits.
Rohit will continue to represent India in ODIs. As a veteran leader, his experience and calm presence remain vital for the Men in Blue.