PM Narendra Modi's touching tribute to retired Cheteshwar Pujara: 'Team's fate was in safe hands'

PM Narendra Modi's touching tribute to retired Cheteshwar Pujara: 'Team's fate was in safe hands'

 18:04 31/08/2025

Cheteshwar Pujara, after retiring from all cricket forms, received a heartfelt appreciation letter from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, acknowledging his significant contributions to Indian cricket. Modi lauded Pujara's resilience, temperament, and pivotal role in Test cricket, especially his remarkable performances in challenging overseas conditions.
With Cheteshwar Pujara’s retirement, have we seen the last of the Test specialists?

With Cheteshwar Pujara’s retirement, have we seen the last of the Test specialists?

 02:05 27/08/2025

With performances in the IPL being considered even for Test selection, one feels the era of single format players, who prioritise only the five-day version, may be over.
Virat Kohli’s emotional note for Cheteshwar Pujara: ‘Thank you for making my job easier at 4’

Virat Kohli’s emotional note for Cheteshwar Pujara: ‘Thank you for making my job easier at 4’

 15:04 26/08/2025

Virat Kohli paid tribute to Cheteshwar Pujara, acknowledging his significant contributions to the Indian batting order, especially at the No.3 position. Kohli highlighted Pujara's role in easing his own batting at No.4 and their memorable partnerships. The former Indian skipper congratulated him on his career and wished him well for the future.
Cheteshwar Pujara retires: Mitchell Starc's wife Alyssa Healy makes a startling revelation - 'He drained...'

Cheteshwar Pujara retires: Mitchell Starc's wife Alyssa Healy makes a startling revelation - 'He drained...'

 03:05 26/08/2025

Alyssa Healy, captain of the Australian women's team and wife of Mitchell Starc, shared insights into the Australian men's cricket team's strategies against Cheteshwar Pujara, who recently retired. Pujara's remarkable defensive technique and endurance made him a formidable opponent, particularly in Australia, where he consistently wore down bowlers.
India’s ultimate survivors: Most balls faced in a Test innings ft. Cheteshwar Pujara

India’s ultimate survivors: Most balls faced in a Test innings ft. Cheteshwar Pujara

 23:05 24/08/2025

Cheteshwar Pujara's retirement marks the end of an era of Test cricket resilience. His record of facing 525 balls in a single innings against Australia in 2017 tops the list of marathon innings by Indian batsmen.
Cheteshwar Pujara: 'Time to give the next generation a chance' – Post-retirement interview

Cheteshwar Pujara: 'Time to give the next generation a chance' – Post-retirement interview

 23:05 24/08/2025

Cheteshwar Pujara, India's Test batting mainstay, has retired from all cricket forms after a stellar career spanning from 2010 to 2023. He emphasized creating opportunities for younger players and expressed satisfaction with his media engagements. Pujara fondly recalled his innings in Colombo, Adelaide, and double centuries in India, while acknowledging the challenges posed by Steyn, Anderson, and Cummins.
Cheteshwar Pujara retirement: Jasprit Bumrah, KL Rahul share emotional tribute - See pictures

Cheteshwar Pujara retirement: Jasprit Bumrah, KL Rahul share emotional tribute - See pictures

 18:04 24/08/2025

Cheteshwar Pujara retired from all forms of Indian cricket after a 15-year career, prompting tributes from teammates like Jasprit Bumrah and KL Rahul. Bumrah admired Pujara, while Rahul acknowledged his grit and patience. Pujara, known for his defensive technique, scored 7,195 runs in 103 Tests and played a key role in India's historic 2018-19 Border-Gavaskar Trophy win.
Watch: Cheteshwar Pujara reveals why he retired — 'Right time for me to move on …'

Watch: Cheteshwar Pujara reveals why he retired — 'Right time for me to move on …'

 12:04 24/08/2025

Cheteshwar Pujara has retired from Indian cricket. He made this decision after careful consideration. Pujara consulted his family before retiring. He played 103 Test matches for India, and scored 7,195 runs with 19 centuries in the process. Pujara considers India's Test series wins in Australia as career highlights. He was a key player in those victories.
No farewell! MS Dhoni, Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh - Cheteshwar Pujara joins list of Indian legends without a goodbye game

No farewell! MS Dhoni, Virender Sehwag, Yuvraj Singh - Cheteshwar Pujara joins list of Indian legends without a goodbye game

 12:04 24/08/2025

Cheteshwar Pujara's quiet retirement highlights a common trend in cricket, where legends like MS Dhoni and Virender Sehwag also missed grand farewells. Many Indian cricket stars, including Yuvraj Singh and Zaheer Khan, exited without fanfare due to form, injuries, or team decisions. The future of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma remains uncertain, raising concerns about potential unceremonious departures.
From Ishant Sharma to Ravindra Jadeja: 5 Indian cricketers who debuted before Cheteshwar Pujara but are still active

From Ishant Sharma to Ravindra Jadeja: 5 Indian cricketers who debuted before Cheteshwar Pujara but are still active

 12:04 24/08/2025

Cheteshwar Pujara, a stalwart of India's Test cricket team, has retired from all formats at 37, leaving behind a legacy of 7,195 runs in 103 Tests. Despite Pujara's exit, several contemporaries who debuted earlier continue to play.
Cheteshwar Pujara retires: From Gautam Gambhir to R Ashwin - who said what?

Cheteshwar Pujara retires: From Gautam Gambhir to R Ashwin - who said what?

 06:04 24/08/2025

Anil Kumble and other prominent cricket figures lauded Cheteshwar Pujara as he retired from all formats of Indian cricket. Pujara concluded his career after 103 Tests, amassing 7,195 runs. Celebrated for his grit and patience, Pujara's contributions were widely acknowledged by teammates and rivals alike, who wished him well for his future endeavors.
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