Team India’s former batsman Manoj Tiwary announces his retirement from all forms of cricket. He announced his retirement on his Instagram handle.
In 2008, Manoj Tiwary made his debut for the Indian cricket team in a match against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. He had the privilege of representing India for several years, but his progress was hindered by injuries and a lack of opportunities. Despite these challenges, he showcased his brilliance during a memorable innings against the West Indies in Chennai in 2011. Coming to the crease when the team was struggling at 1/2 in the first over, Tiwary played through cramps and scored a magnificent 104 runs. Surprisingly, even after such a match-winning performance, he never got the opportunity he deserved.
Recently, as captain of the Bengal team, he led them to the finals of the Ranji Trophy in the last season. Although Bengal couldn’t clinch the title and lost to Saurashtra, many believed that it might have been his last appearance on the cricket field. However, Manoj Tiwary didn’t immediately retire, keeping fans guessing about his future in the game. Finally, on Thursday, August 3, the 37-year-old decided to bid farewell to the sport and shared the news with his fans through his social media handles.
In his farewell post, Manoj Tiwary wrote:
Goodbye to the game of cricket. This game has given me everything, I mean every single thing which I had never dreamt of,starting from the times when our life were challenged by different forms of difficulties. Will ever be grateful to this game and to the GOD, who has always been in my side throughout. Taking this opportunity to convey my sincere gratitude to the people who all have played a part in my cricketing journey. Thank you to my all my coaches starting from my childhood till last year who all have played a part in my cricketing achievements. Manabendra Ghosh, my father figure like coach has been the pillar in the cricketing journey. If he had not been there then I would had not reached anywhere in cricketing circle. Thank u Sir and wish u a speedy recovery, as your health is not keeping well. Thank you to my Dad and Mom, they both never put pressure on me to focus on studies rather encouraged me to continue in cricket. Big thank you to my wife, Susmita who has always been on my side from the time she has come in my life. Without her constant support, I would have not made it to the point where I’m today in life. And to all my teammates, past and present and also to the cricket association of bengal, and all the members of the associations who all have played a role in my journey. And how can I not mention to the cricketing admirers who all have wished me throughout my ups and downs and made me a cricketing figure in today’s world. A big thank u from the bottom of my heart. That’s it.
If I have missed anyone whom I have missed mentioning here then please do accept my apology. Onwards in search of purpose of life 🙏
THANK YOU CRICKET
Manoj Tiwary’s Cricket Career
Manoj Tiwary had a notable cricket career, representing India in 12 One Day Internationals (ODIs). During his ODI stint, he scored a total of 287 runs with an average of 26.07 and also managed to take five wickets.
In the Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), Manoj appeared in three matches, but he got the chance to bat only once, scoring 15 runs.
However, where Manoj truly shined was in first-class cricket, where he achieved remarkable success. He amassed a staggering 9908 runs in 141 matches, boasting an impressive average of 48.56, and his highest score was an unbeaten 303 runs.
In List A cricket, he played 169 games and performed exceptionally well, scoring 5581 runs at an impressive average of 42.28.
Manoj Tiwary also left a mark in the Indian Premier League (IPL), participating in 96 matches. He showcased his batting prowess and accumulated 1686 runs at an average of 29.07 and a strike rate of 117.41. Notably, he was part of the Kolkata Knight Riders team that triumphed in the 2012 IPL, where he played a crucial role in the final, hitting the winning boundary off Dwayne Bravo in the last over.
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