In 2021, several notable cricketers announced their retirement, marking the end of significant careers in international cricket. Players like MS Dhoni, Alastair Cook, and Yuvraj Singh made headlines with their departures, having each left a lasting impact on their teams and the sport. This year saw a mix of retirements from various formats, showcasing the transition to a new generation of talent.
list of notable cricketers who retired in 2021:
| Cricketer | Country | Format | Retirement Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shahid Afridi | Pakistan | T20 | March 2021 |
| Shikhar Dhawan | India | ODI | November 2021 |
| Alastair Cook | England | Test | February 2021 |
| MS Dhoni | India | T20 | August 2021 |
| Tino Best | West Indies | All formats | December 2021 |
| Dan Christian | Australia | T20 | November 2021 |
| James Anderson | England | Test | September 2021 |
| Chris Morris | South Africa | ODI | November 2021 |
| Kevin Pietersen | England | All formats | April 2021 |
| Yuvraj Singh | India | T20 | June 2021 |
| Dale Steyn | South Africa | All formats | August 2021 |
| Suresh Raina | India | T20 | November 2021 |
| Moeen Ali | England | Test | December 2021 |
| Mohammad Hafeez | Pakistan | T20 | November 2021 |
| Ravi Bopara | England | T20 | July 2021 |
| Ross Taylor | New Zealand | ODI | March 2021 |
| Ben Stokes | England | Test | December 2021 |
| Shane Watson | Australia | T20 | April 2021 |
| Hashim Amla | South Africa | Test | January 2021 |
| Kedar Jadhav | India | ODI | September 2021 |
These players have made significant contributions to their teams and the sport throughout their careers. If you’re looking for more details about each player’s retirement or their careers.