Russell, Pooran, Maxwell, now this star Indian player takes retirement from International cricket, name is...

Russell, Pooran, Maxwell, now this Indian cricket star announces retirement from international cricket — fans stunned by the name revealed in the announcement.

Announcing retirement — Image credit: X

Announcing retirement

Veda Krishnamurthy announced her retirement, revealing that she now feels it's time to give back to the sport.

From a small town girl to India jersey She wrote — Image credit: X

From a small town girl to India jersey She wrote:

"A small town girl who dreamt big, now proudly wearing the India jersey. Cricket has given my life lessons, people and memories. Saying goodbye to playing, but not to the game. Forever India, Forever the team."

The love for the team remains unmatched — Image credit: X

The love for the team remains unmatched

Veda also made it clear in her post that her dedication to Team India will always remain: "Always for Team India. Forever the team."

2017 Indian women s cricket s glory year — Image credit: X

2017: Indian women's cricket's glory year

Her post also included a memory of India's ICC Women's World Cup final in 2017—the year that made it into women's cricket history.

The feeling of pride and energy Veda wrote — Image credit: X

The feeling of pride and energy Veda wrote:

"Nothing can match the feeling of wearing that jersey—the national anthem, the excitement, the pride—it's always in your blood."

Changed the identity of women s cricket She added — Image credit: X

Changed the identity of women's cricket She added:

"2017... what an amazing year. To be part of a World Cup that changed the awareness of women's cricket in India—that will always be a proud moment for me."