(Web Desk) – The year 2025 has been a landmark period in international cricket, witnessing the retirement of several high-profile players from across the globe. From explosive limited-overs specialists to dependable Test stalwarts, the departures highlight a major generational transition in the sport. As national teams look ahead to upcoming ICC tournaments, these retirements leave significant gaps in experience, leadership, and skill.
Below is a detailed rundown of the major cricketers who bid farewell to international cricket in 2025.
Notable international retirements in 2025
Virat Kohli (India) – Test Cricket
Rohit Sharma (India) – Test Cricket
Mitchell Starc (Australia) – T20Is
Glenn Maxwell (Australia) – ODIs
Asif Ali (Pakistan) – All formats
Steve Smith (Australia) – ODIs
Heinrich Klaasen (South Africa) – All Formats
Marcus Stoinis (Australia) – ODIs
Martin Guptill (New Zealand) – All Formats
Nicholas Pooran (West Indies) – All Formats
Dimuth Karunaratne (Sri Lanka) – Test Cricket
Tamim Iqbal (Bangladesh) – All Formats
Varun Aaron (India) – All Formats
Mushfiqur Rahim (Bangladesh) – T20Is (Final Format)
Rassie van der Dussen (South Africa) – ODIs
Wriddhiman Saha (India) – All Formats
Cheteshwar Pujara (India) – All Formats
These retirements mark the end of an era, leaving cricket fans around the world to celebrate the contributions of these stalwarts while anticipating the next generation of stars.