NEW DELHI: Indian cricket star and wicket-keeper batter KL Rahul left fans guessing with a social media post on August 22.
The post, which followed Rahul's return to the Indian team for the ODI series against Sri Lanka, was an attention-grabbing line, "I have an announcement to make, stay tuned…"
Shortly after, another image circulated on his Instagram channel, seemingly confirming his retirement. The image read:
"After much reflection and consideration, I have decided to announce my retirement from professional cricket. This decision has not been easy, as the sport has been a significant part of my life for many years."
"I am deeply grateful for the support and encouragement from my family, friends, teammates, and fans throughout my career. The experiences and memories I have gained on and off the field are truly invaluable. I am honoured to have represented my country and played alongside so many talented individuals."
"While I am excited about the new chapter that lies ahead, I will always cherish the time spent in the game. Thank you all for being a part of this incredible journey," it added.
Despite the obvious question marks on the authenticity of the message and its attribution to KL Rahul, fans and social media are on overdrive about his retirement speculations..
On the cricketing front, Rahul is set to participate in the upcoming Duleep Trophy 2024, which is slated to commence on September 5.
