‘Thala ne bola hai sb final se phle kr lo’ – Fans react as Ambati Rayudu announces retirement from IPL after today’s final against Gujarat Titans

Ahead of the Indian Premier League 2023 finals between Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans, CSK batter Ambati Rayudu announced his retirement from the IPL. In a recent social media post, Raydu informed his fans that the final game will be his last match in the cash-rich league. Ahead of the summit clash between GT and CSK, Rayudu recalled all his time in the league.

He pens down an emotional post and said no U-turn. He wrote, “2 great teams MI and CSK,204 matches,14 seasons,11 playoffs,8 finals,5 trophies. hopefully 6th tonight. It’s been quite a journey. I have decided that tonight’s final is going to be my last game in the Ipl. I truly enjoyed playing in this great tournament. Thank u all. No, u-turn.”

Notably, Rayudu has been phenomenal throughout his career and has been a game-changer for both Mumbai Indians and Chennai Super Kings. He won IPL with both teams and has been one of those players who played for the two most successful franchises. In his IPL career, he has scored 4329 runs at an average of 28.29 in 203 IPL matches. He has scored a century too with a great strike rate of 127.29.

“No U-turn”, Says Ambati Rayudu after making a comeback in 2019

Notably, this is not the first time when Rayudu announced his retirement in an absurd manner. After not getting selected for the 2019 50-over World Cup, Raydu announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. However, he later reversed his decision and came back to play IPL. His final international numbers were 1694 runs in 55 ODIs at an average of 47.05, including three centuries.

It’s worth noting that last year also Rayudu announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League. He wrote on Twitter, “I am happy to announce that this will be my last IPL. I have had a wonderful time playing it and being a part of 2 great teams for 13 years. Would love to sincerely thank Mumbai Indians and CSK for the wonderful journey.” However, later he deleted that tweet and participated in the tournament for CSK.

Here is how fans react to Ambati Raydu’s retirement:

Dhoni too👈🏻

— Atul (@dikhhat_hai_) May 28, 2023

so many memories 💛🫡

— Captain (@iEatCricket) May 28, 2023

Oh no, that's sad news. He was a great player and contributed a lot to the IPL. Wishing him all the best for his future endeavors.

— UBET Sports (@UBET__Sports) May 28, 2023

Bechare ne match se pehle isliye bola taaki isko taras khake aaj khila le

— Akdas (@Akdas_Hayat) May 28, 2023

Dhoni will silently this year

— Mukesh Ambani (Parody) (@AmbaniHu) May 28, 2023

Dhoni should also announce same and be done …till when will he drag the drama.

— Pooh (@ThodaYehThodaWo) May 28, 2023

2nd retirement for Rayudu bhai
Already eager to see him in 2025 ipl for his 3rd retirement

— rakeshreddy1421 (@b167d80fdce4496) May 28, 2023

💔 Gonna miss the old team😭 everyone is going one by one I know it's the reality & we all have to accept it but how ? Please now Dhoni don't do anything olz😭

— Wonder Rii🦋SidNaazSaga💫 (@SidNaazZone) May 28, 2023

It was CSK biggest mistake to demean superstar
If he would have retired earlier would have left mark infranchise as their winner
Csk bringhim out of retirement and asked him play 1more season
A player know when is the best time to retire
Result we know
They should gonefor Tilak

— Take My Note (@Cricpoints1) May 28, 2023

Congratulations on the spectacular career in IPL and thank you for all the memories Baahubali ❤️❤️👏 pic.twitter.com/LdLBZz4xtF

— KUNAL.🇮🇳 (@ImKPL9999) May 28, 2023

Not gonna believe him , he will make a comeback again.

— *VK18🐐* (@ImGani22) May 28, 2023

Taking Sachivalyam Incharge After His Retirement

— 𝙈𝘼𝙉EE𝙎𝙃 𝙐𝙎𝙏𝘼𝘼𝘿 🦅 (@MamidiManeesh) May 28, 2023

and there's shameless Jadeja pic.twitter.com/eNqPYROecs

— kanishk 🎶 (@stfukanishk) May 28, 2023

May be wants to join politics,

— ArunKumar Reddy (@arun_kumar4891) May 28, 2023