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2 days ago
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Yuvraj On Piyush Chawla: 'Built A Career On Delivering When It Mattered Most..'
Last Updated: Yuvraj Singh praised Piyush Chawla, a two-time World Cup winner, for his resilience and dedication. A day after Piyush Chawla announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, former India left-handed batter Yuvraj Singh commended the leg-spinner for his exceptional ability to perform under pressure throughout his career. On Friday, Chawla concluded a 20-year professional cricket career, which included representing India in three Tests, 25 ODIs, and seven T20Is, accumulating 43 international wickets. He was also a member of the 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning squads. Yuvraj Singh expressed his admiration on Saturday in a heartfelt post on his 'X' account: 'Over the years, I've played alongside many teammates, but few have shown the resilience and dedication that Piyush Chawla brought to the field. From his debut as a teenager to becoming a two-time World Cup winner, he built a career on delivering when it mattered most." Yuvraj highlighted Chawla's accomplishments: 'With over 450 first-class wickets, years of service for Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat, and being the third-highest wicket-taker in IPL history, what stands out more than the statistics is the way he carried himself with calm, grit, and commitment." 'As you enter the next chapter of your life, know that you've earned every bit of respect! Proud to have shared the field with you, laddoo! Go well," Yuvraj concluded. Chawla also claimed 192 wickets in as many IPL matches, with his last stint being with the Mumbai Indians from 2022 to 2024. He was part of the Kolkata Knight Riders team that won the IPL in 2014 and also secured the Ranji Trophy for Uttar Pradesh in 2005-06. Chawla's final competitive cricket appearance was for Uttar Pradesh in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in November 2024, where he took 4-12 against Himachal Pradesh at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. First Published: June 07, 2025, 16:08 IST
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Business Standard
3 days ago
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- Business Standard
Veteran Indian spinner Piyush Chawla announces retirement from all formats
Veteran leg-spinner Piyush Chawla, a member of India's 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning squads, has officially retired from all forms of cricket. The 35-year-old made the announcement on Friday via a heartfelt Instagram post, drawing the curtains on a professional journey that spanned over two decades. In his note, Chawla reflected on the highs of his career, expressing gratitude for the memories he made while donning the Indian jersey. His decision adds to the growing list of Indian stalwarts who have stepped away from the game in 2025, symbolising the end of an era for a generation that brought India some of its most cherished cricketing moments. Check the post below: 'Cricket has given me everything,' says Chawla in farewell message In his retirement note, Chawla mentioned that it was time to 'bid adieu to the beautiful game' after more than 20 years of playing professionally. He recalled with pride his contributions to India's 2007 and 2011 World Cup campaigns and said those experiences would remain etched in his heart. Reflecting on the emotional weight of the moment, Chawla said that while he was stepping away from the field, the essence of cricket would always stay with him. He called the journey a blessing and said he now looked forward to life beyond the game, carrying with him the lessons learnt through cricket. IPL: A cherished chapter in his career Chawla gave a special mention to the Indian Premier League, calling it a 'truly special chapter' in his career. Over the years, he featured for Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings and Mumbai Indians. He expressed gratitude to the franchises for trusting in his abilities and providing him with opportunities to perform. Chawla said he cherished every moment in the IPL and acknowledged the league's role in helping him evolve both as a cricketer and as a person. His association with IPL franchises saw him rise to become one of the tournament's most dependable spinners. Heartfelt thanks to coaches, family and cricket associations In his message, Chawla paid tribute to the individuals and institutions who played pivotal roles in shaping his cricketing career. He credited his coaches, including Shri K.K. Gautam and the late Shri Pankaj Saraswat, for guiding him through his formative years. Chawla also thanked his family, referring to them as his "eternal pillar of strength", and made a special mention of his late father, whose belief in him remained unwavering. He extended his appreciation to the BCCI, Uttar Pradesh Cricket Association (UPCA) and Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) for providing him with platforms to grow and express himself. Piyush Chawla's career in numbers Piyush Chawla leaves behind a legacy filled with both domestic and international achievements. In Test cricket, he played three matches and picked up seven wickets. In ODIs, Chawla featured in 25 games, bagging 32 wickets with best figures of 4/23. He also played seven T20Is for India, claiming four wickets. His most significant impact came in the IPL, where he was one of the most consistent performers. Across 181 matches, Chawla took 179 wickets, making him one of the top wicket-takers in IPL history. His all-round consistency and craft made him a valuable asset to every team he represented.
News18
3 days ago
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Piyush Chawla Announces Retirement From All Forms Of Cricket
Piyush Chawla, India's two-time World Cup-winning leg-spinner and IPL legend, has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket at age 36 via Instagram. India's two-time World Cup-winning leg-spinner and IPL legend Piyush Chawla has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. Chawla, 36, released a statement via the social media platform Instagram to make the announcement. In the IPL, he played for Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Kings XI Punjab (Now Punjab Kings) and Mumbai Indians between 2008 and 2024. Having made his debut in 2006, Chawla was a member of India's 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning squads. Overall, he represented India in three Tests, 25 ODIs, and seven T20Is, taking 43 wickets. 'After more than two decades on the field, the time has come to bid adieu to the beautiful game," Chawla said on his Instagram post. 'From representing India at the highest level to being part of the victorious 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup squads, every moment in this incredible journey has been nothing short of a blessing. These memories will forever remain etched in my heart. A heartfelt thank you to the IPL franchises who placed their trust in me – Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings, and Mumbai Indians." His 192 wickets still rank as the fourth-best in the history of the IPL. He wasn't too bad with the bat either, and KKR fans will remember him for hitting the winning runs against PBKS in the final of IPL 2014. 'The Indian Premier League has been a truly special chapter in my career, and I have cherished every moment playing in it. A special mention to my late father, whose belief in me lit the path I walked. Without him, this journey would never have been possible. Today is a deeply emotional day for me as I officially announce my retirement from all forms of international and domestic cricket. Though I step away from the crease, cricket will always live within me. I now look forward to embarking on a new journey, carrying with me the spirit and lessons of this beautiful game," Chawla added. He was playing for MI till last year, while also starting commentary and punditry gigs during the IPL on the side. First Published: June 06, 2025, 14:37 IST
NDTV
3 days ago
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- NDTV
"After 2 Decades...": IPL Icon Bids Emotional Goodbye To Cricket
Leg-spinner Piyush Chawla, a member of India's 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning squads, has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. Chawla represented India in three Tests, 7 T20Is and 25 ODIS, picking up 43 wickets across the three formats. Chawla is also the joint third-highest wicket-taker in Indian Premier League (IPL) history, having taken 192 scalps in 192 matches, and won one title with Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in 2014. Most recently, the leg-spinner played for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2024. "After more than two decades on the field, the time has come to bid adieu to the beautiful game," Chawla wrote on Instagram. "Though I step away from the crease, cricket will always live within me. I now look forward to embarking on a new journey, carrying with me the spirit and lessons of this beautiful game," he said. Chawla was a member of India's T20 and ODI World Cup-winning squads in 2007 and 2011 respectively. He represented India in three Tests, 25 ODIs, and seven T20Is, taking 43 wickets across the three formats of the game. "From representing India at the highest level to being part of the victorious 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup squads, every moment in this incredible journey has been nothing short of a blessing. These memories will forever remain etched in my heart," Chawla said in the post. He thanked his coaches, teams and IPL franchises for playing a part in shaping his career, and described his time in the popular T20 league as "a special chapter in my career." "A heartfelt thank you to the IPL franchises who placed their trust in me – Punjab Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders, Chennai Super Kings, and Mumbai Indians. "The Indian Premier League has been a truly special chapter in my career, and I have cherished every moment playing in it. I owe my deepest gratitude to my coaches – Shri K.K. Gautam and Late Shri Pankaj Saraswat-for nurturing and shaping me into the cricketer I became," he said. "Today is a deeply emotional day for me as I officially announce my retirement from all forms of international and domestic cricket," he added. The leg-spinner was a part of KKR's 2014 IPL-winning team and hit the winning runs for the Gautam Gambhir-led side in the summit clash against the Punjab Kings in Bengaluru. "A special mention to my late father, whose belief in me lit the path I walked. Without him, this journey would never have been possible," he stated. Chawla made his competitive cricket debut at 15, and also represented India Under-19 and Uttar Pradesh Under-22 sides. He burst onto the scene when he bowled Sachin Tendulkar with a googly in the Challenger Series 2005-06, and made his his first-class debut at 17. Chawla has over 1000 wickets across formats in domestic cricket. PTI AH PM AH PM PM
India Gazette
02-05-2025
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- India Gazette
"Have not received any notice or order," says Sreesanth after 3-year ban from KCA
By Vipul Kashyap Kochi (Kerala) [India], May 2 (ANI): Former Indian cricketer S Sreesanth claimed that he didn't receive any notice from the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) about his three-year ban and is not aware of the reason behind the action from the state cricket board. The Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) has suspended S Sreesanth for three years, citing false and defamatory remarks made against the association amid the controversy surrounding Sanju Samson's omission from India's squad for the ICC Champions Trophy held earlier this year, as per a release from KCA. The decision was made during a special general body meeting of the KCA held in Ernakulam on Friday, April 30. 'I have not received any notice or order from the KCA; we have only heard it from the media. I don't know yet on what grounds or reasons the action is being taken. I was only backing a state cricketer.. Once we see the notice, we will explore our options,' Sreesanth said while speaking to ANI. Sreesanth, who currently serves as the co-owner of the Kerala Cricket League franchise Kollam Aries, had made critical public comments linking the KCA to Samson's exclusion. Following these statements, show-cause notices were issued to Sreesanth as well as to three franchise teams, Kollam Aries, Alleppey Team Lead Contender Sai Krishnan, and Alleppey Ripples. The general body reviewed the responses from the franchises and deemed them satisfactory. As a result, no further action will be taken against them. However, the KCA advised all franchise teams to exercise greater caution when appointing individuals to team management roles. The association also announced its intention to pursue legal action against Samson's father, Samson Vishwanath, former cricketer Reji Lukose, and a news anchor from the 24x7 news channel, citing defamatory remarks made in public forums against the association.S. Sreesanth's international cricket career was marked by moments of brilliance, controversy, and resilience across all formats. Sreesanth made his ODI debut for India in 2005 against Sri Lanka. He was later called up to the Test squad in 2006 for the England series and played a T20 match against South Africa the same year. He was part of India's 2007 T20 World Cup and 2011 ODI World Cup-winning teams. Across all formats, he played 90 matches and took 169 wickets at an average of 35.89 and an economy rate of 4.49. His best bowling figure, 6/55, came against England in 2006. In August 2013, the BCCI banned Sreesanth for life, along with teammates Ajit Chandila and Ankeet Chavan, over alleged IPL spot-fixing. His ban was later reduced to seven years and ended in September 2020. He returned to domestic cricket in 2021, representing Kerala in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. He also entered the IPL auctions in 2021 and 2022 but went unsold. Sreesanth played 27 Test matches, taking 87 wickets and scoring 281 runs. In 53 ODIS, he claimed 75 wickets. In T20IS, he played 10 matches and took seven wickets. In the IPL, he played for Punjab Kings, Kochi Tuskers Kerala, and Rajasthan Royals, taking 40 wickets in 44 matches at an average of 29.85 and an economy of 8.14. (ANI)
