Hyderabad/Nagpur:Former Vidarbha captain Faiz Fazal has announced his retirement from professional cricket. Vidarbha’s ongoing Ranji Trophy match against Haryana will be Faiz’s last in a Vidarbha jersey. The 38-year-old Faiz, who is playing his 108th Ranji Trophy match, has scored 7,693 runs in the tournament. Under his captaincy Vidarbha won the Ranji Trophy in 2017-18 and 2018-19.
“Representing the Vidarbha cricket team has been a tremendous honour and privilege, and I am immensely grateful for the experiences and memories that I have accumulated over the years. "However, as I reflect on my career and personal aspirations, I feel compelled to explore new opportunities and avenues beyond professional cricket. This decision has not been easy, but I am confident that it is the right step for my personal and professional growth,” Faiz said in a statement, which was posted by the Vidarbha Cricket Association on its official Facebook page.