Rahane, who represented India in 85 Tests, 90 ODIs, and 20 T20Is, announced his retirement from international cricket and all formats on Thursday. Known for his stoic technique and solid performances in overseas conditions, Rahane famously led India to a historic Border-Gavaskar Trophy series triumph in Australia in 2020\/21. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"What a journey it\u2019s been, Jinks @ajinkyarahane88! Congratulations on a fantastic career. It was always a pleasure sharing the dressing room and the field with you. Your humility, determination, and commitment to the team have always earned everyone\u2019s respect.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"Wishing you and your family all the happiness and success in this new chapter. Keep inspiring, brother. Thank you for everything you\u2019ve done for Indian cricket,\" Raina wrote on his \u2018X\u2019 account on Friday. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"What a journey it\u2019s been, Jinks @ajinkyarahane88! Congratulations on a fantastic career. It was always a pleasure sharing the dressing room and the field with you. Your humility, determination, and commitment to the team have always earned everyone\u2019s respect.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
India\u2019s Test and ODI skipper Gill also hailed Rahane for leading the national side through some of its toughest days. \u201cWhat a career, what a role model. Ajju bhai led us through some of Indian cricket\u2019s toughest days and made us believe anything was possible. Thank you for the memories and the lessons on and off the field. All the best for the next innings!\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n