Retired Amit Mishra reveals the most memorable moment of his international career

Veteran Indian leg spinner Amit Mishra has officially announced his retirement of all forms of cricket and drawn the curtains on a career that spreads for two decades. Known for its deception, consistency and lifespan, Mishra enjoyed various highlights, but he revealed that one moment is above the rest.

Amit Mishra reveals the most memorable moment of his career

Remembering of his journey, Mishra said that walking on the field at Mohali remains the most cherished memory of his international career. The chance came unexpectedly after the then Indian captain Anil kumble was excluded due to injury.

“There are many moments, but I would like to mention a special moment – my test debut in Mohali. Anil Bhai was injured and there was a lot of pressure on me because the media kept asking if I could fill his shoes. But Anil Bhai encouraged me, told me to play my natural game, and that gave me confidence,” “ Mishra told Ians.

Mishra made an immediate impact and claimed seven wickets in the game, including a five-wicket appetite in the first innings. His performance not only silenced critics, but also marked the start of a memorable stint in the Indian cricket.

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Mishra about achieving the rare performance of three hat tricks in IPL

Mishra also thought about his rare performance of taking three hat tricks in the Indian Premier LeagueTailing each of them ‘extremely special’ because such milestones do not often come into the career of a bowler. Despite injuries that limit his performances in the last two seasons, he was still proud of being one of the top ten wicket-makers in the IPL history. Mishra emphasized that his first hat trick had the greatest meaning, because it not only gave him personal satisfaction, but also played a crucial role to earn him a return to the Indian national team.

“Taking a hat trick in the IPL is not an easy task, so they are all very special for me. That record is still there and I am still in the top ten Wicket Takerslijst in the IPL gives me good luck, despite the fact that I did not play much in a career in the last two years. Very beneficial because it opened my doors to be back in the back of the Indian team,” “ Mishra added.

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