"What a beast he was"- Twitter reacts as S Sreesanth announces retirement from all forms of cricket

Former Indian pacer S Sreesanth was one of the best to have represented the game. However, things were never right for him as he was involved in big controversies. He has now announced his retirement from all forms of cricket.

The 39-year old took to Twitter to post a series of tweets in which he made the announcement. He thanked various domestic boards and teams that he represented during his career. He said he took the call as he wanted to make way for the next generation of players.

Sreesanth made his comeback to domestic cricket after he faced a ban of 7 years for spot-fixing. The ban ended in 2020, and he made his comeback in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for Kerala. He also played in the Ranji Trophy at the start of 2022 after a wait of nine years. He also registered himself for the Indian T20 League but remained unsold in the mega auction.

"With much sadness but without regret, I say this with a heavy heart: I am retiring from the Indian domestic (first class and all formats )cricket. For the next generation of cricketers... I have chosen to end my first-class cricket career," he said in his retirement tweet.

Sreesanth's Tweets

Today is a difficult day for me, but it is also a day of reflection and gratitude. Playing for Ecc, Ernakulam district,varies diff. League and tournament teams, Kerala state cricket association,Bcci, Warwickshire county cricket team,Indian airlines cricket team,Bpcl , and ICC

— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) March 9, 2022

Streets will never forget this one. Wicket will remembered for ages. Thank you for everything. pic.twitter.com/hgAnuSnQXz

— 👑 (@Viraaaaaaaaat) March 9, 2022

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ICC has been a tremendous honor. During my 25 years career as a Cricket player, I've always pursued success and winning cricket games, while preparing and training with the highest standards of competition, passion and perseverance. It has been an honor to represent my family,

— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) March 9, 2022

It has been an honor to represent my family, my teammates and the people of India. Nd everyone who loves the game .

With much sadness but without regret, I say this with a heavy heart: I am retiring from the Indian domestic (first class and all formats )cricket ,

— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) March 9, 2022

For the next generation of cricketers..I have chosen to end my first class cricket career. This decision is mine alone, and although I know this will not bring me happiness, it is the right and honorable action to take at this time in my life. I ve cherished every moment .❤️🏏🇮🇳

— Sreesanth (@sreesanth36) March 9, 2022

Twitter reactions

Thank you for the beautiful memories S Sreesanth, wish you all the best on the new beginning.#Cricket pic.twitter.com/DomTfHDrYq

— 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐧𝐠 👑 (@imtheguy008) March 9, 2022

Probably Sreesanth is going to play foreign leagues, I guess. Anyways, thanks for some really good memories.

— Silly Point (@FarziCricketer) March 9, 2022

Streets will never forget this one. Wicket will remembered for ages. Thank you for everything. pic.twitter.com/hgAnuSnQXz

— 👑 (@Viraaaaaaaaat) March 9, 2022

First ever Pacer to win both ODI and T20 World Cup. Was the only one to do so until 2021 T20WC. #Sreesanth ♥️ pic.twitter.com/bDmGPUhZHj

— Adish Shetty  (@36__NotAllOut) March 9, 2022

90 INTL Matches
169 Wickets

Sreesanth helped India win their first test on South African soil in 2006 after he took 5 wickets to force the Proteas to bundle out at 84.

Took the catch of Misbah ul Haq in the finals, and helped India lift the title.

Thank you @sreesanth36 pic.twitter.com/o7iuWUcdlU

— Ayush Prajapati (@im_ayush___) March 9, 2022

Sreesanth vs Australia 2007 WC semi final

What a beast he waspic.twitter.com/OqcZRs6frL

— Jay Ponkia (@PonkiaJay) March 9, 2022

S Sreesanth is the T20 World Cup 2007 Winner, ODI World Cup 2011 Winner. His brilliant Debut Test Match spell, Outstanding T20 World Cup 2007 SF Spell. And 169 International Wicket. And his 5/40 against SA Spell in Tests. Thank You Sreesanth for all the beautiful memories. pic.twitter.com/eL1h1OXA3h

— CricketMAN2 (@ImTanujSingh) March 9, 2022

Australia was 134 for 2 from 14.3 overs while chasing 189 runs with Hayden batting on 62*(46) and Sreesanth cleans up Hayden - ended his spell on 2 for 12 from 4 overs including one maiden in T20 World Cup Semi final - Thank you, Sreesanth. pic.twitter.com/qIotYEsROp

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) March 9, 2022