India pace bowler Mohit Sharma, aged 37, has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, drawing the curtains on a journey that featured 34 international caps, over a decade in the IPL with 134 wickets, and consistent performances for Haryana. From representing his state to donning the India jersey and competing in high-stakes IPL finals, Mohit’s career blended reliability in death overs with memorable contributions under pressure.

Emotional Farewell Message

Mohit shared his retirement announcement on Instagram with a heartfelt note: “Today with a full heart, I announce my retirement from all forms of cricket. From representing Haryana to wearing the India jersey and playing in the IPL, this journey has been nothing short of blessing.” He extended special thanks to the Haryana Cricket Association and mentor Anirudh Chaudhry: “A very special Thanku to the Haryana Cricket Association for being the backbone of my career. And my deepest gratitude to Anirudh Sir, whose constant guidance and belief in me shaped my path in ways words cannot express.”

International And Domestic Achievements

Mohit debuted for India in 2013, featuring in 26 ODIs (31 wickets) and 8 T20Is (6 wickets). He represented India at the 2015 ODI World Cup and became a death-overs specialist. In first-class cricket, he played 44 matches for Haryana from 2011-2018, claiming 127 wickets. His IPL career spanned 120 matches across four franchises, missing only 2021 and 2022 seasons.

IPL Journey: Four Teams, Three Finals

Mohit’s IPL story is one of versatility and loyalty. He played for:

Chennai Super Kings (CSK): Excelled as MS Dhoni’s go-to death bowler.

Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings): Key contributor in middle overs.

Delhi Capitals: Returned for tactical variations.

Gujarat Titans (GT): Finished 2023 as second-highest wicket-taker (27 wickets, behind teammate Mohammed Shami).

Despite reaching three IPL finals, Mohit never lifted the trophy—a poignant footnote to his T20 league legacy. His last competitive outing was for Delhi Capitals against Punjab Kings earlier this year, before being released ahead of the 2026 auction.

Mohit’s retirement caps a career defined by adaptability—from swing in white-ball cricket to seam movement in domestics. Fans and teammates will remember him for pinpoint yorkers, slower balls, and quiet professionalism that made him indispensable across formats.