Indian fast bowler Mohit Sharma officially announced his retirement from all formats of cricket on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
He announced the decision via an emotional post on Instagram, bringing to a close a nearly 14-year career that included representing India in 26 ODIs and 8 T20Is, as well as a memorable journey in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
He was known for his variations, particularly the back-of-the-hand slower ball, and enjoyed a resurgence in the IPL in his later years, including a fantastic season with the Gujarat Titans in 2023.
Mohit Sharma: Career Summary and Retirement
Indian fast bowler Mohit Sharma announced his retirement from all formats of cricket on December 3, 2025, closing the chapter on a 14-year professional career.
Key Career Highlights
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| International Career | Represented India in 26 One Day Internationals (ODIs) and 8 T20 Internationals (T20Is) between 2013 and 2015. |
| International Debut | Made his ODI debut for India in 2013 against Zimbabwe and was named Man of the Match. |
| World Cup | Was a member of the Indian squad that reached the semifinals of the 2015 ICC Men’s ODI World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. |
| IPL Performance | Played 120 matches in the Indian Premier League, representing franchises like Chennai Super Kings (CSK), Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings), Gujarat Titans (GT), and Delhi Capitals. |
| IPL Purple Cap | Won the Purple Cap (given to the highest wicket-taker of the season) in the 2014 IPL while playing for CSK. |
| IPL Resurgence | Made a remarkable comeback in the 2023 IPL season with Gujarat Titans, finishing as the second-highest wicket-taker. |
| Bowling Style | Known primarily for his control with the new ball and his deadly variations in the death overs, particularly his back-of-the-hand slower ball and cutters. |
In his retirement message, he expressed gratitude to the Haryana Cricket Association, the BCCI, his coaches, teammates, and family for their support throughout his career.
