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KS Bharat announces retirement from international cricket at age 32

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 9:13 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

KS Bharat announces retirement from international cricket at age 32

Summary

Indian wicketkeeper-batter KS Bharat has announced his retirement from international cricket, effective immediately. At 32, Bharat steps down after a sporadic career that included seven Tests for India, largely filling in during Rishabh Pant's absence following his car accident. Former chief selector MSK Prasad praised Bharat's skills, calling him one of India's finest wicketkeepers. Despite strong performances, Bharat struggled to secure a consistent spot in the team, overshadowed by the established keepers. His retirement marks the end of a journey that began as a ball boy watching MS Dhoni play.

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By the Numbers

•Bharat played seven Tests for India during his career.
•He made his international debut in November 2021 against New Zealand.
•Bharat was praised for his keeping skills and batting reliability.
•His retirement announcement came on June 5, 2026.

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What they're saying

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Indian wicketkeeper-batter KS Bharat has announced his retirement from international cricket at age 32. Across seven Tests, the former ball boy stepped up reliably during Rishabh Pant's absence. Former chief selector MSK Prasad praised Bharat as Andhra's finest product and India's most skilled gloveman after Wriddhiman Saha, though his career remained paradoxically caught between the two keepers' distinct strengths.
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