Krishnappa Gowtham announces retirement from all formats of cricket
Former India all-rounder Krishnappa Gowtham has officially announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. The 37-year-old made the announcement on Monday, December 22, at a special press conference at the KSCA Media Lounge in Bengaluru. So let’s know that Krishnappa Gowtham announces his retirement.
The event was attended by Karnataka State Cricket Association (KSCA) officials, including President Venkatesh Prasad, Vice President Sujith Somasundar and Secretary Santosh Menon, marked an emotional moment in Gowtham’s cricketing journey.
Short international career
Gowtham represented India in one ODI, which came against Sri Lanka on July 23, 2021. In that performance, he took his only international wicket, dismissing Sri Lankan wicketkeeper Minod Bhanuka. Although his time in the Indian jersey was short, he remained a consistent performer in domestic and franchise cricket.
Record-breaking IPL journey
One of the biggest highlights of Gowtham’s career came during the IPL 2021 auction, where he became the most expensive uncapped Indian player at the time. Chennai Super Kings secured his services for INR 9.25 crore, a record that was later surpassed in subsequent seasons.
Over the years, Gowtham played for several IPL franchises including:
- Mumbai Indians
- Rajasthan Royals
- Punjab kings
- Chennai Super Kings
- Lucknow supergiants
His last IPL appearance came in May 2024, when he played for Lucknow Super Giants against Sunrisers Hyderabad.
IPL and domestic numbers
In 36 IPL matches, the spin-bowling all-rounder scored 247 runs at an impressive strike rate of 166.90 and picked up 21 wickets at an economy of 8.24.
Gowtham also enjoyed a solid domestic career:
- First-class cricket: 737 runs and 116 wickets in 32 matches
- List A cricket: 400 runs and 51 wickets in 32 matches
- T20 cricket: 454 runs and 32 wickets in 49 matches
Iconic Karnataka Premier League performance
One of Gowtham’s most memorable performances came in the 2019 Karnataka Premier League (KPL) when he played for Bellary Tuskers. He hit a sensational 134 off just 56 balls, including a century off 39 balls, and followed this up with an incredible bowling spell of 8 wickets for 15 runs in the same match.
Legacy and last words
In addition to his domestic and IPL performances, Gowtham was also a regular member of India A squads and came close to earning more international opportunities across formats. Known for his aggressive mentality, fighting spirit and match-winning skills, he earned respect in the cricket circuit.
Krishnappa Gowtham stands out as a cricketer remembered for his all-round impact, fearless approach and unforgettable performances in Indian domestic cricket and the IPL.
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