Punam Raut, part of India's 2017 World Cup final run, retires from international cricket
The 37-year-old represented India in four Tests, 73 ODIs and 35 T20Is between 2009 and 2021.
Punam Raut, a member of India's 2017 World Cup final team, has announced her retirement from all forms of international cricket. The 37-year-old played for India from 2009 to 2021, featuring in four Tests, 73 One Day Internationals (ODIs), and 35 Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). In a statement on her Instagram page, Raut said, "After much thought and reflection, I have decided to retire from international cricket in all formats of the game."
She expressed immense pride and gratitude for representing India, stating, "Wearing the India jersey was a dream that became a reality, and I will always be grateful for the trust and support I received." Raut also thanked the Mumbai Cricket Association for its role in her development, crediting the opportunities and guidance they provided during her formative years.
Her international career included two centuries, 15 ODI half-centuries, and four T20I half-centuries. Her most notable performances occurred during India's run to the 2017 World Cup final, where she scored 381 runs, including an impressive 86 against England. She also shared a record 320-run opening partnership with Deepti Sharma during the same tournament.
In 2021, Raut played in India's historic pink-ball Test against Australia, scoring 36 runs in the first innings.
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