After MS Dhoni, Suresh Raina Announces Retirement From International Cricket

Veteran all-rounder Suresh Raina joined former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni in announcing his retirement from international cricket on Saturday (August 15). (More Cricket News)

Raina, who last played for India in an ODI match against England in July 2018, took to Instagram to announce his retirement, shortly after Dhoni bade adieu.

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"It was nothing but lovely playing with you, @mahi7781 . With my heart full of pride, I choose to join you in this journey. Thank you India. Jai Hind! (sic)", he wrote.

 

 

 

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It was nothing but lovely playing with you, @mahi7781 . With my heart full of pride, I choose to join you in this journey. Thank you India. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

A post shared by Suresh Raina (@sureshraina3) on Aug 15, 2020 at 7:36am PDT

In a celebrated career, the 33-year-old played 18 Tests, 226 ODIs and 78 T20Is for India, and was known for his friendship with Dhoni, with whom the all-rounder also shared the dressing room at Chennai Super Kings.

Together, they formed the backbone of the three-time Indian Premier League (IPL) winners.

Indeed, his message reflected that bond.