“Every time I batted, my only aim was to make India proud.”
Cheteshwar Pujara has announced his retirement from international cricket, closing the chapter on a career that made him India’s most trusted Test batter of his era.
Since his debut in 2010, Pujara played more than 100 Tests and scored over 7,000 runs. His patient, gritty batting style earned him the reputation of being the “wall” of the modern Indian team. He was often the one to anchor innings while others played around him.
Pujara’s greatest contributions came in overseas victories, especially during India’s historic Test series wins in Australia. His ability to absorb pressure and frustrate world-class bowlers was a key factor in those triumphs.
Though he is stepping away from the international stage, Pujara is likely to continue in domestic cricket and county cricket abroad, guiding the next generation with his experience.
His retirement marks the end of an era, leaving Indian cricket with memories of resilience, discipline, and unmatched determination at the crease.