Karnataka left-arm seamer Sreenath Aravind, who had played a T20 International against South Africa in 2015, on Tuesday announced his retirement from first-class cricket after his state team won the National One Day Championship in New Delhi. "I have decided to retire from all forms of domestic cricket. I want to thank the KSCA for giving me an opportunity to serve Karnataka cricket, my parents and the Almighty," Aravind said. Asked whether not being in India contention or IPL led him to such a decision, Aravind said: "No, I don't think so. During this phase Karnataka won all the domestic tournaments including Ranji Trophy, Irani Cup, Vijay Hazare Trophy and Syed Mushtaq Ali T20 Championship.

Source: dna February 27, 2018 17:15 UTC