On September 4, 2025, Indian leg-spinner Amit Mishra announced his retirement from all forms of cricket after a career spanning 25 years. The 42-year-old played 22 Tests, 36 ODIs, and 10 T20Is for India, claiming 156 international wickets. He last represented India in 2017. Mishra holds the record for most hat-tricks (three) in IPL history — in 2008, 2011, and 2013. He finished with 174 IPL wickets from 162 matches (eighth on the all-time list), 535 wickets in 152 first-class matches, 252 wickets in 152 List A games, and 285 wickets in 259 T20s. He described cricket as 'my first love, my teacher, and my greatest source of joy' in his retirement announcement.
Indian Cricketer Amit Mishra Announces Retirement from All Forms of Cricket
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Amit Mishra retires from cricket after 25 years with record 3 IPL hat-tricks and 156 international wickets.
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- Amit Mishra announced retirement from all forms of cricket on September 4, 2025, after a 25-year career
- Played 22 Tests, 36 ODIs, and 10 T20Is for India, claiming 156 international wickets
- Holds the record for most hat-tricks (three) in IPL history — in 2008, 2011, and 2013
- Finished with 174 IPL wickets from 162 matches (eighth on all-time list)
- Took 535 wickets in 152 first-class matches and 285 wickets in 259 T20s
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Indian cricketer Amit Mishra, who announced retirement in September 2025, holds the record for most hat-tricks in IPL history. How many hat-tricks did he take?
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Amit Mishra holds the record for most hat-tricks (three) in IPL history -- in 2008, 2011, and 2013. He finished with 174 IPL wickets from 162 matches.
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Frequently asked questions
Which Indian cricketer announced retirement from all forms of cricket in 2025?
**Amit Mishra**, India's veteran leg-spin bowler, announced his **retirement from all forms of cricket** in 2025. He was known as one of India's most successful leg-spinners after Anil Kumble.
What are Amit Mishra's key career achievements in international cricket?
**Amit Mishra** played **22 Tests, 36 ODIs, and 10 T20Is** for India. His achievements include: multiple 5-wicket hauls in Tests, serving as a key part of India's spin attack alongside Harbhajan Singh and R Ashwin, and being a crucial IPL spinner for Delhi teams.
What is Amit Mishra's IPL record and which IPL team did he represent most?
**Amit Mishra** played primarily for **Delhi Daredevils/Delhi Capitals** throughout most of his IPL career. He is one of the **highest wicket-takers in IPL history** with 170+ wickets, known for his sharp googly and consistent wicket-taking ability.
What is the legacy of leg-spin bowling in Indian cricket?
**Leg-spin bowling** has a rich legacy in Indian cricket from **Subhash Gupte** (1950s) to **Anil Kumble** (619 Test wickets) to **Amit Mishra** and **Yuzvendra Chahal**. Indian leg-spinners have been crucial in ODI cricket, especially the 2011 World Cup win.
What is the BCCI retirement process for cricketers and what benefits do retired players receive?
BCCI doesn't have a formal 'retirement declaration' process; players decide their own retirement. **BCCI benefits for retired players**: player pensions/annuities for long-serving cricketers, contracts for coaching/commentary, **Cricket Advisory Committee** positions, and opportunities in state cricket administration.
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