Former Delhi wicket-keeper Punit Bisht declares retirement

Former Delhi wicket-keeper Punit Bisht referred to as time on his profession after 17 years of aggressive cricket through which he performed 272 matches throughout three codecs.

The 37-year-old, who was part of Delhi’s final Ranji Trophy-winning staff within the 2007-08 season, additionally performed for Jammu and Kashmir and Meghalaya as knowledgeable.

In 103 First-Class video games, he scored 5231 runs at a median of over 38 which included 10 lots of and a person better of 343. He additionally had 299 catches and 19 stumping to his credit score.

In 103 List A video games, he had 2924 runs with six lots of and 17 fifties and a wholesome common of practically 39.

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“I thought this is the best time to call it quits from competitive cricket. I have played 100-plus games across both First-Class and List A format and nearly 275 (272) competitive games if you take Mushtaq Ali T20 into account. There is nothing more to achieve as a player and I believe this is the right time to bid adieu,” Bisht stated on Wednesday.

“The most memorable moment will remain winning the Ranji Trophy. I would like to thank BCCI, DDCA, JKCA and Meghalaya CA for being a part of this journey,” he added.

Asked about a few of his higher efforts, he remembered the 223 in opposition to Baroda on a two-paced Kotla observe the place he had pulled Irfan Pathan for a six into the stands in direction of Ambedkar Stadium.

“I scored a triple ton for Meghalaya but the double hundred against a quality Baroda side remains a special effort. The other memory is being present at the other end when Virat scored a gutsy 97 after losing his father. It was a special knock by Virat and it was a privilege watching it from the other end,” Bisht recollected.

He has already accomplished his BCCI-NCA Level II teaching course and is now getting ready for his Level III examination.

“I am passionate about coaching and open to any offers. I am currently preparing to clear my Level III exams and if any interesting offer comes along the way, I would be game (for it),” he added.