File picture of J&K all-rounder Parvez Rasool in action during Duleep Trophy | Photo credit: B. Jothi Ramalingam
Jammu and Kashmir’s iconic cricketer Parvez Rasool announced his retirement from the sport on Monday (October 20, 2025), more than a decade after becoming the first player from the state to don the Indian colours.
Rasool played one ODI for India, against Bangladesh in June 2014, and one T20I against England in January 2017.
In a post on social media, Rasool said, “It has been an incredible journey full of dreams, hard work, joy and countless memories that I will cherish forever. From local grounds to representing my team and my country, in cricket, Allah has given me everything I have ever wished for. I thank my family, coaches, teammates and fans for their love, trust and constant support that I have spent on this trip. a blessing.”
He said that even though he is retiring from professional cricket, he will continue to “play for passion” and guide the youth. He thanked the Jammu and Kashmir government for its support.
File photo of Rasool, centre, with former India captain MS Dhoni and former national coach Anil Kumble in 2017 | Photo credit: K. Bhagya Prakash
Rasool was first added to the Indian squad for the Zimbabwe ODI series in 2013, bringing much joy to the state. But his omission from the playing XI drew a lot of criticism. He would eventually represent India the following year.
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He made his IPL debut in 2013 with the now defunct Pune Warriors. He called it the ‘proudest day’ of his life. He then played for Sunrisers Hyderabad for two more years.
On 3 October 2018, Rasool became the first cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir to play 100 List A matches.
Published – 21 Oct 2025 12:40 PM IST
