Dinesh Karthik has announced his retirement from all kind of International Cricket on Saturday (1st June).

Dinesh Karthik 
Dinesh Karthik made his international debut for India back in 2004 against England in ODI's. He last played for India in 2022 against Bangladesh in T20 World Cup at the Adelaide Oval.

After a great run in the Indian Premier League, where he played a crucial role in RCB's qualifying for the playoffs. After being drubbed by Rajasthan Royals in the eliminator and being knocked out of the IPL 2024, Dinesh Karthik announced his IPL retirement.

And now just before a day of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024, Dinesh Karthik has announced his retirement from international Cricket as well.

"Having given it plenty of thought for sometime now, I have decided to move on from playing representative cricket," Karthik said in a statement.

"I officially announce my retirement and put my playing days behind me as I square up for the new challenges that lie ahead."

"I'd like to thank all my coaches, captains, selectors, teammates and members of the support staff who have made this long journey pleasant and enjoyable. Among the millions that play the sport in our country, I consider myself among the lucky few to have had the chance to represent the nation, and luckier still to have earned the goodwill of so many fans and friends.

"My parents have been pillars of strength and support over all these years, and I wouldn’t be what I am without their blessings. I also owe plenty to Dipika (Pallikal), herself a professional sportsperson who often put her career on hold to walk my journey with me.
"Of course, to all the fans and followers of our great game, a massive thank you! Cricket and cricketers wouldn’t be the same without your support and good wishes."

Karthik represented India in 180 matches across formats, most recently appearing in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2022.