Wasim Jaffer, one of the legends of Indian domestic cricket after 25 long years, has decided to curtain down on what has been an incredible roller coaster of a career. The legendry Indian batsman called it quits and announced his retirement from all forms of cricket via Twitter.
After 25 years of playing professional cricket, time has come to say goodbye. Thank you @BCCI @MumbaiCricAssoc, VCA, my teammates, media and fans. This is my official statement. pic.twitter.com/xP3wL4u70s
— Wasim Jaffer (@WasimJaffer14) March 7, 2020
There were clear signs of potential in 15 years old Wasim Jaffer, who scored a 400 not out at such a young age. Continuing his form, He scored a triple century in just his second game when he started playing for the Mumbai Ranji team. Jaffer rose to fame and slowly became a mainstay and a crucial member of the Mumbai team.
Comparisons to the legendary Indian skipper Mohammed Azharuddin came quite early in Jaffer’s career as both the right-handers played the game with a certain charisma and affection to the on the leg side of the ground.
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Wasim Jaffer got his debut in Test cricket against South Africa in the year 2000. Being a home series, Wasim failed to create an impression as Shaun Pollock and Allan Donald were too hot to handle for him. He was then dropped and later recalled in May 2002 for a tour of the West Indies where he had a decent outing.
Jaffer also got a chance to play for the colored India jersey as he made his ODI debut against South Africa in November of 2006. He wasn’t given much opportunity because of his inability to be productive in the limited-overs format.
During his 25 years as a professional cricketer, Wasim Jaffer broke and created many records. In November 2018, Jaffer became the first batsman to cross the 11,000 runs barrier in the Ranji trophy. He has also surpassed Amol Muzumdar and is now the highest run-scorer in Ranji Trophy cricket.
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Wasim also became the most capped player in Ranji trophy history surpassing Madhya Pradesh Devendra Bundela’s record during his appearance in his 146th match back in January 2019.
Outstanding career of @WasimJaffer14 👏👏🙇♀🙇♀
Best of luck for second innings 👍👍#ThankYouWasimJaffer #DomesticCricket #MumbaiCricket #RanjiTrophy pic.twitter.com/o2UxtkZI4r
— CricFit (@CricFit) March 7, 2020
Wasim ended his domestic career playing two seasons for Vidarbha, helping them lift the trophy and before switching for the Maharastra Ranji team for two seasons.
Here is how Twitterati congratulated him:-
Most runs in Ranji Trophy ✅
Most capped player in Ranji Trophy ✅We wish Wasim Jaffer well as he announces his retirement from all formats of the game.
LINK 👉 https://t.co/Ch1NIpKdzc pic.twitter.com/6LVOx1vGn8
— BCCI Domestic (@BCCIdomestic) March 7, 2020
Congratulations on your stupendous career Wasim bhai, salute to your focus and determination. It was my pleasure to play with and against you. Best wishes for your second innings. Have a great retirement. @WasimJaffer14 @BCCI @BCCIdomestic
— Vinay Kumar R (@Vinay_Kumar_R) March 7, 2020
Congratulations on a wonderful career Wasim Bhai!
Will always try to take Mumbai Cricket and Indian cricket to the next level and continue your legacy!
Have a great retired life and make the most out of it.
Thank you so much for everything 🙏🏼. @WasimJaffer14— Surya Kumar Yadav (@surya_14kumar) March 7, 2020
Wat a wonderful Career u had @WasimJaffer14 bhai. U will be missed for sure. I clearly remember Wat u said 2 me while I was batting in the finals of 06-07 from d slips and I must tell u dat has inspired me nd made me more determined to perform. Best wishes 4 ur next assignments🤗 pic.twitter.com/Ktqjma1OuW
— MANOJ TIWARY (@tiwarymanoj) March 7, 2020
Congratulations Wasim Jaffer on a fabulous career.
Scored a triple hundred in his 2nd FC game.
Scored two double hundreds for India — v WI and Pakistan.
Has most Ranji Trophy tons.
Has appeared in 10 Ranji Trophy finals and won all 10! (For Mumbai & Vidarbha)@WasimJaffer14— Sarang Bhalerao (@bhaleraosarang) March 7, 2020
Wasim bhai you will be unmatched. Well played 👏🏏👏🏏 @WasimJaffer14 https://t.co/tDsD6B24pK
— Vikrant Gupta (@vikrantgupta73) March 7, 2020
Congrats on a fantastic career @WasimJaffer14 your Ranji trophy exploits will always be spoken about in the echelons of Indian cricket.
— Boria Majumdar (@BoriaMajumdar) March 7, 2020
Congrats on a stellar career, sir. A rare Indian opener to score two double Test tons. A giant of Indian domestic cricket. Hoovered up piles of runs & hundreds in the last 23 years. Appeared in 10 Ranji finals & won all of them. Have a splendid life ahead.. #ThankYouJaffer https://t.co/eeSzxqUtY0
— Navneet Mundhra (@navneet_mundhra) March 7, 2020
