Several international cricketers retired in 2025, marking the end of notable careers. These players spanned across various formats, including ODIs, T20Is, and Tests. The retirements were influenced by personal decisions, form, and evolving priorities, signaling transitions in their respective teams and the international cricket landscape.
Rishi Dhawan (White-ball)
Pace-bowling all-rounder Rishi Dhawan retired from Indian limited-overs cricket in January 2025. He played three ODIs and one T20I for India, claiming two wickets. Dhawan captained Himachal Pradesh to their first-ever Vijay Hazare Trophy win in 2021-22. He continued playing First-Class cricket.
Martin Guptill (All formats)
New Zealand opener Martin Guptill retired from international cricket in January 2025. He played 198 ODIs, 122 T20Is, and 47 Tests, scoring over 10,000 international runs and 23 centuries, including a record 237* in the 2015 World Cup.
Varun Aaron (All formats)
Jharkhand fast bowler Varun Aaron announced his retirement from representative cricket in January 2025. Aaron played 18 international matches for India and took 29 wickets, with his career hampered by injuries. He retired with over 400 wickets in domestic cricket.
Tamim Iqbal (All formats)
Wriddhiman Saha (All formats)
India’s wicketkeeper-batsman Wriddhiman Saha retired from all forms of international cricket after the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy. Saha played 40 Tests, amassing over 1,300 runs. He is regarded as one of the finest wicketkeepers of his era.
Steve Smith (ODIs)
Australia’s Steve Smith bid farewell to ODI cricket in February 2025 after leading Australia to the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 semi-finals. Smith played 170 ODIs, scoring 5,800 runs, and took 28 wickets. He will continue playing Tests and T20Is.
Mahmudullah (All formats)
Rohit Sharma (Test cricket)
India’s senior cricketer Rohit Sharma retired from Test cricket in May 2025 after a dip in form. He played 67 Tests, scoring 4,301 runs with 12 centuries. He will continue playing ODIs and T20Is for India.
