Poonam Raut retires from international cricket
Poonam Raut retires from international cricket after four years of seeking a comeback. She scored 86 in the 2017 Women's World Cup final.
Poonam Raut has retired from international cricket after four years of trying to get back in the side. She hit 86 in the 2017 Women's World Cup final.
She plans to mentor young cricketers now that her playing days are done. The decision comes after a long spell away from the national team.
Raut played limited-overs cricket for India and appeared in major tournaments during her career.
CricHubb Take
Raut's exit leaves a gap in the pool of experienced batters who know how to pace a chase under pressure — something the current middle order still lacks.