Veda Krishnamurthy Retirement
Veda Krishnamurthy Retirement: Veteran Indian cricketer Veda Krishnamurthy has officially retired from international and domestic cricket. Her decision marks the end of a 17-year-long journey that helped shape the future of women’s cricket in India.
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Veda Krishnamurthy Bids Farewell to Cricket After Glorious Career
A Trailblazer Steps Away from the Field
Indian middle-order batter Veda Krishnamurthy has announced her retirement from all forms of cricket, including domestic and international. The 31-year-old, known for her aggressive strokeplay and electric fielding, played a pivotal role in the evolution of women’s cricket in India.
Krishnamurthy made her international debut at the age of 18 in a T20I against Australia in 2011. Over the years, she became a key figure in India’s middle order and was admired for her fearless approach and ability to turn matches with her quick-fire cameos.
Career Highlights
ODIs: 51 matches, 829 runs
T20Is: 76 matches, 875 runs
Key Tournaments: Played vital roles in the 2017 ICC Women’s World Cup, where India reached the final, and in several ICC T20 World Cups.
Captaincy: Led Karnataka at the domestic level and mentored many young players.
Her Impact Beyond Statistics
Veda Krishnamurthy wasn’t just a cricketer; she was a bold personality who brought confidence and aggression to the women’s team when it was still fighting for mainstream recognition. Her fitness, fielding excellence, and off-the-field leadership made her a role model for aspiring players.
The cricketer also made headlines for her courage off the field, especially after dealing with personal tragedies during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her resilience was widely appreciated.
A Message of Gratitude
In her heartfelt retirement statement, Veda said:
“This game has given me everything I dreamed of as a young girl. It’s now time to move on and support the game in different ways.”
She expressed her gratitude to the BCCI, her teammates, coaches, fans, and family members for standing by her throughout the highs and lows of her career.
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What’s Next for Veda?
While she has retired from playing, Veda hinted at her plans to stay connected with the sport. Reports suggest that she may explore coaching, commentary, or mentorship roles to continue contributing to women’s cricket.
