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Varun Aaron Announce Retirement From Cricket
Published - 10-JAN-2025 11:36 IST | Updated - 10-JAN-2025 11:36 IST

The career of Indian fast bowler Varun Aaron, who showed raw speed, resolve, and a lifelong affection for the game, has come to an end with his announcement of retirement from all forms of cricket. On January 10, 2025, the announcement was made, ending a journey that was full of both difficult disappointments and thrilling highs.
One Of The Fastest Bowler Of Indian Cricket
One of India's fastest bowlers, Varun Aaron, made his debut in cricket. In a time when real pace was rare in Indian cricket, he immediately established himself as a popular skill thanks to his consistent ability to reach speeds of over 145 km/h.
International Debut
Aaron achieved his Test cap against the West Indies in November 2011 after making his ODI debut for India against England in October 2011. He was a great addition to the Indian squad because of his capacity to produce hit and action at high speeds.
During his international career, Aaron claimed 18 wickets in 9 Test matches and 11 in 9 ODIs. There was no denying his importance as a real pacer who could frighten batters, even though these numbers might have understated his skill set.
Domestic And IPL Contribution
Aaron regularly delivered memorable performances for Jharkhand and has had a lot of success in local cricket. He played for a number of teams in the IPL, such as the Rajasthan Royals, Kings XI Punjab, and Delhi Daredevils. His worth as a fast bowler who can make an impact under force is further proven by his league contributions.
Retirement Announcement
Aaron thanked his coaches, teammates, and supporters who helped him along the way when he announced his retirement. "Cricket exceeded my expectations by a wide margin. I still have a deep affection for the game, even though I'm not playing anymore.Making new contributions to cricket makes me very happy." Aaron wrote in his goodbye remarks.
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