Veteran gujarat

Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy: Veteran Gujarat opener Priyank Panchal has announced his retirement from all formats of cricket with immediate effect. Panchal also captained India A and Gujarat across all formats, and was a part of the state side winning the Ranji Trophy title in 2016/17.

In that title win for Gujarat, Panchal was the tournament’s leading run-getter with 1310 runs at an average of 87.33. The right-handed opener was also a part of the Gujarat side winning 2015/16 Vijay Hazare Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy in 2012/13 and 2013/14 seasons respectively.

“It's an emotional moment. It's an enriching moment. And it's a moment which fills me with a lot of gratitude. To, most importantly, my fans. I always read all the messages coming my way from your end. Many of you talk fondly about wanting to see me in India colours. It's with this steadfast motivation that I continued my journey till now.”