Fast bowler Varun Aaron has retired from all forms of cricket following Jharkhand’s exit from the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2024-25 and has now given up the white-ball formats.
He picked three wickets at 53.33 from four games of the ongoing 50-over List A tournament.
“For the past 20 years, I have lived, breathed, and thrived on the rush of bowling fast. Today, with immense gratitude, I officially announce my retirement from representative cricket,” Aaron wrote on his Instagram page.
“This journey wouldn’t have been possible without God, my family, friends, teammates, coaches, support staff and fans.”
“Over the years, I’ve had to push both my physical and mental limits to recover from numerous career-threatening injuries, having to come back time and again, this was only possible thanks to the relentless dedication of the physios, trainers, and coaches at the National Cricket Academy,” he added.
Varun’s last appearance in competitve cricket came in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy for Jharkhand against Goa. He ended the match with figures of 2/29 in his six over spell, with Jharkhand securing a comfortable 31-run victory.
“I’d also like to thank the BCCI, JSCA, Red Bull, SG Cricket and MRF Tyres for their invaluable support during critical junctures in my career,” he continued.
“As I bid farewell to a pursuit that has consumed me completely, I now look forward to savouring the smaller joys in life while staying deeply connected to the game that has given me everything. Fast bowling has been my first love, and though I step off the field, it will always be a part of who I am.”
Varun was a key figure in the IPL and has represented Delhi Daredevils, Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings.
His last appearane in the league dates back to the 2022 season. He made two appearances for Gujarat Titans, scything two wickets at an average of 26.00. Overall, Varuns boasts 44 scalp in 52 matches at an average of 33.66.
