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Watch: Cheteshwar Pujara reveals why he retired — 'Right time for me to move on …'

Cheteshwar Pujara has retired from Indian cricket. He made this decision after careful consideration. Pujara consulted his family before retiring. He played 103 Test matches for India, and scored 7,195 runs with 19 centuries in the process. Pujara considers India's Test series wins in Australia as career highlights. He was a key player in those victories.

Prithvi Shaw’s comeback trail continues: After debut hundred, he hits second fifty-plus score for Maharashtra

Prithvi Shaw, now representing Maharashtra, is making a strong statement ahead of the 2025-26 domestic season. Following a century against Chhattisgarh, the 25-year-old struck a fluent half-century against TNCA President’s XI, showcasing his attacking instincts. This innings further solidifies his comeback after a challenging previous season, as he aims for consistency with his new team.

From Ishant Sharma to Ravindra Jadeja: 5 Indian cricketers who debuted before Cheteshwar Pujara but are still active

Cheteshwar Pujara, a stalwart of India's Test cricket team, has retired from all formats at 37, leaving behind a legacy of 7,195 runs in 103 Tests. Despite Pujara's exit, several contemporaries who debuted earlier continue to play.

Watch: Fan 'steals' ball? Spectator plays hilarious prank after Dewald Brevis' smashing six

Dewald Brevis's powerful sixes and a fan's playful ball-grabbing antics went viral in a record-breaking ODI match where Australia dominated South Africa. Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, and Cameron Green all scored centuries, propelling Australia to a massive 431/2. Connolly's impressive 5-22 meant that South Africa's chase fell short, but they secured the series 2-1.

38-year-old record shattered! Australia's 22-year-old bowler creates history just two days after birthday

Cooper Connolly's record-breaking five-wicket haul propelled Australia to a dominant 276-run victory over South Africa in the third ODI at Mackay. The 22-year-old's stellar performance, where he took 5 for 22, made him the youngest Australian to achieve an ODI five-for. Earlier, Australia amassed a massive 431/2, highlighted by centuries from Travis Head, Mitchell Marsh, and Cameron Green.

SA20 | Sourav Ganguly’s first-ever coaching stint: Former India skipper joins Pretoria Capitals

Sourav Ganguly, the former Indian captain, has been appointed as the head coach of the Pretoria Capitals, an SA20 franchise, for the 2026 season. This marks Ganguly's inaugural coaching role with a cricket team. The Centurion-based team confirmed the appointment following Jonathan Trott's departure, hoping Ganguly's leadership will bring a turnaround in their performance.

AUS vs SA | Historic rout! Australia hand South Africa their heaviest ODI defeat ever

Australia delivered a commanding performance, defeating South Africa by 276 runs in Mackay, marking the Proteas' heaviest ODI loss. Travis Head (142) and Mitchell Marsh (100) set the stage with a record-breaking opening partnership, followed by Cameron Green's explosive unbeaten 118. South Africa struggled to respond, collapsing for 155 as Cooper Connolly claimed 5-22.

No farewell! MS Dhoni, Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh - Cheteshwar Pujara joins list of Indian legends without a goodbye game

Cheteshwar Pujara's quiet retirement highlights a common trend in cricket, where legends like MS Dhoni and Virender Sehwag also missed grand farewells. Many Indian cricket stars, including Yuvraj Singh and Zaheer Khan, exited without fanfare due to form, injuries, or team decisions. The future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remains uncertain, raising concerns about potential unceremonious departures.

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Man United's goalkeeper woes: Can Onana, Bayindir be replaced?

Manchester United's loss to Arsenal in the opening weekend exposed their weakness between the sticks, but Ruben Amorim might be forced to press on with the players he has.

Transfer rumors, news: Man Utd's Bruno wanted by Al Ittihad

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes is still attracting interest from the Saudi Pro League. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar wins gold at Asian Championships; Gukesh, Pragg at Sinquefield Cup: Indian Sports LIVE, August 24

Here are all the updates from Indian sport on August 24, 2025.

'All good things must come to an end' - Pujara retires from all Indian cricket

Cheteshwar Pujara finishes a stellar Test career with 103 games in which he scored 7195 runs at an average of 43.60

Afghanistan, Bangladesh to square off in white-ball series after Asia Cup

The two teams will play three ODIs and three T20Is in the UAE

'Some of my best memories came batting alongside you': Rishabh Pant pays tribute to Cheteshwar Pujara

Rishabh Pant honored Cheteshwar Pujara upon his retirement, recalling their vital Test partnerships, notably during the 2020-21 Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Pant highlighted their memorable stand at Sydney and Pujara's resilient innings at the Gabba, which significantly contributed to India's victories and draws. Pujara concluded his career as a key Test player, amassing 7,195 runs.

Cheteshwar Pujara retires: From Gautam Gambhir to R Ashwin - who said what?

Anil Kumble and other prominent cricket figures lauded Cheteshwar Pujara as he retired from all formats of Indian cricket. Pujara concluded his career after 103 Tests, amassing 7,195 runs. Celebrated for his grit and patience, Pujara's contributions were widely acknowledged by teammates and rivals alike, who wished him well for his future endeavors.

Watch: Bruised but not broken! When Cheteshwar Pujara was hit 11 times by Australia — and stood tall

Cheteshwar Pujara, after announcing his retirement, is remembered for his resilience, exemplified by his courageous innings at the Gabba in 2021. He endured 11 blows to his body from Australian pacers, including Cummins, Starc and Hazlewood, prioritizing his wicket to blunt the attack and pave the way for India's historic victory.

Last time Cheteshwar Pujara played for India: Who were his teammates and where are they now?

Cheteshwar Pujara, known for his resilience, has retired from Indian cricket after 103 Tests, his last being the 2023 World Test Championship final. That match also marked the end for some teammates. Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli retired from T20Is and Tests, while Shubman Gill now captains the Test side.

Cheteshwar Pujara retires as India's second-best No.3 Test batter: Career in numbers

Cheteshwar Pujara has retired from all formats of cricket at 37, ending a career that spanned 103 Tests with 7,195 runs, 19 centuries and 35 fifties. Debuting in 2010 and playing his last Test in the 2023 WTC final, he leaves behind a legacy of resilience, patience and technical mastery at No. 3.

AUS vs SA: Cameron Green hits 47-ball hundred, second-fastest for Australia in ODIs

Cameron Green scored a stunning 118 not out, registering the second-fastest ODI century by an Australian, to help Australia post 431 for 2 against South Africa.