"On to the next innings of my life" - 2012 U19 WC winning captain Unmukt Chand announces retirement from Indian cricket with an emotional post
The 2012 Under-19 World Cup-winning captain, Unmukt Chand, has announced his retirement from Indian cricket. He was touted the next big thing in Indian cricket circles after his phenomenal performances at the junior level.
But the talented batsman could never make his international debut due to his inconsistent form in domestic cricket.
On Friday, Unmukt Chand took to Twitter to bid adieu to his Indian cricket career. In the first of a series of four tweets, he wrote about his cricketing journey during the last decade and the reasons that forced him to take this decision. At the end of it, he said:
"I would like to say that things have not been as smooth in the last few years and opportunities have been denied. Though a part of me is not at peace with the way things have unfolded in the last few years, I still choose to see the silver lining and with fond memories bid adieu to BCCI and seek better opportunities around the world."
In the second tweet, Unmukt spoke about his future aspirations and thanked everyone who has supported him so far in India.
"Cricket is a universal game and even though the means might change, the end goal is still the same - to play cricket at the highest level. Also, a huge thanks to all my supporters and well-wishers for always carrying me in their heart. There is no better feeling than being loved and appreciated for who you are. I feel eternally blessed to have such a genuine family. Thank you everyone. Looking forward to the next chapter..."
Unmukt Chand then shared clips of his best moments on the cricketing field. It included his splendid knock (111*) in the final of the 2012 U19 World Cup. In the video compilation, Unmukt also included some moments from his stints with Mumbai Indians and Delhi Daredevils in the IPL.