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After a celebrated journey that covers almost two decades, the batter of the highest order of Gujarat Priyank panchal has announced his retirement from first class cricket. Known for his resilience and unmatched consistency, the 35 -year -old announced the announcement through a heart place of his official management X (before Twitter), ending a race that left an indelible brand in the landscape of Indian domestic cricket.
Priyank Panchal calls time after a remarkable first class race
Panchal, a key figure in the triumph of Gujarat Ranji Trophy and a servant who serves the long duration of the domestic game, retires as the second scorer in the state in the red ball cricket. His last first class appearance took place in the season of the Ranji 2024-25 Trophy, where he scored two centuries, including a memorable 148 in the semifinal against Kerala, which turned out to be his farewell coup.
Their career statistics speak volumes of their contribution:
- Matches: 127
- RUNS: 8856
- Centuries: 23 (the maximum for any gujarat player)
In addition to its red ball heroics, Panchal appeared in 97 games in and 59 T20 games, demonstrating its versatility among formats.
In his retirement message, Panchal expressed a deep thanks to his colleagues, fans and mentors. Wrote: “It’s an emotional moment. It’s an enriching time. And it’s a time that fills me a lot of gratitude.”
Panchal added a message to his fans, many of whom were hoping to see in India. Said: “Many of you are very happy to want to see me in colors of India. It is with this firm motivation that I continued my trip so far. But the book is not wrapped … The next chapter always promises to be better.”
Over and out. Now in greener pastures. 🙌 pic.twitter.com/5umizvPrql
– Priyank Panchal (@pkpanchal09) May 26, 2025
Irfan Pathan, Abhinin Mukund and others applaud Panchal’s career
The cricketing community responded with admiration and goods. Ex-India All-Rounder IRFAN PATHAN praised Panchal, saying: “Well done. Good luck for the next chapter of your life.”
Well done. Good luck for the next chapter of your life.
– Irfan Pathan (@irfanpathan) May 26, 2025
Ex-open Abhinav Mukund added: “Congratulations Priyank, you can be proud of your hits. Good luck for the second post!”
Congratulations Priyank, you can be proud of your hits. Good luck for the second post! 😀
– Abhinav Mukund (@mukunddabhinav) May 27, 2025
This is how others reacted:
Good luck for the second priyank post. Hopefully you could have played in India
– Vikrant Gupta (@Vikrantgupta73) May 26, 2025
Sad, never represent India with FC races near 9k https://t.co/uvlmdqixlj
– Bill (@Cricfreakbk) May 26, 2025
Happy retirement brother
All the best for your future 💙– 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@ shebas_10dul) May 26, 2025
Another who could never do it, but he deserved. It is a mystery like Priyank never had the opportunity in the time when the Batters of our team promoted sub 45. 🥲 https://t.co/boemfnqsp1
– Abhishek (@abhishekr2502) May 27, 2025
Congratulations Priyank for an enriching race. Godspeed.
– Rahul treatment (@kawahul9) May 26, 2025
Remember that Priyank Panchal used to make Captain in India a lot, and would play all the games that lead to a series of tests. However, in a country where a T20 league is the criterion for the selection of tests, it cannot do much that being a domestic legend. Congratulations on a great career … https://t.co/rzvciqnk2m
– Night Arvind (@reallynith) May 26, 2025
Congratulations on a wonderful domestic career, Priyank.
I really wanted to see you by giving the Indian cap at least once and you have arrived very close, you have selected in several test teams for Team India.
However, almost 10 kilometers of first class are not any feat. All the best.
– Sameer Allana (@hitmancricket) May 26, 2025
Go well and best wishes what I hope will turn out to be green pastures https://t.co/cjwukvj9cd
– Srikant (@srikantns) May 27, 2025
Dear Priyank, you brought the dreams of many with grace, grana and coherence. Your journey from Ahmedabad streets to the Indian Domestic Cricle Pinacle is nothing inspired. I wish you the best for the following chapter. Happy retirement. 😇😇
– Yash Pratap (@yash_Pst) May 26, 2025
Stalwart of Domestic Cricket, Gujarat will miss you Skipper @Pkpanchal09 #Gca #Ranji 🥹 ♥ ️ https://t.co/SQ0FTIFD4D
– Highhonamphetamine (@mayanksodani) May 27, 2025
Happy retirement, brother and good luck.
– Ratnish (@loyalsachinfan) May 26, 2025
Certified legend for us.
I hope you represent India in some other universe.
Baaki Ranji Ma Toh Amara Mate Bau Karyu Tome Saheb. Thanks https://t.co/vfpaje1erc– Observer (@133x161Merchant) May 26, 2025
Congratulations on a wonderful career.
– Nikhil Naz (@nikhilnaz) May 26, 2025
He always believed that this boy would have played at number 3 since 2018, in tests. miserable for ICT tests https://t.co/RPTMRSVQEQ
– SIIIAN🤨 (@imsai49) May 26, 2025
Congratulations Priyank for a great race. Good luck forward. 😇
– Bhawana (@Cricbhawana) May 26, 2025
Well played. Proud of your hits 👍 https://t.co/DBTCWPFEJK
– Shankar Khasnis 🇳 (@khanapur) May 26, 2025
You certainly deserved to debut in India .. But the players of the Governments of India did not let it happen. 😭
– Archer (@Poserchercher) May 26, 2025
Happy retirement champion. Interpretator consisting of the domestic level. Hopefully you had had enough chance of representing India, but looking forward -all success, I hope you continue the trip outside the FEILD 🙌 https://t.co/iahydckjx3
– Mahesh © ️ (@Mahesh23v_muff) May 26, 2025
Congratulations, brother, you made a great trip with Gujarat in Domestic wishing -you all the best for your next trip. ❤️
– Ahmed says (@ahmedgt_) May 26, 2025
It is so bad to see a talented domestic player to announce retirement without playing the national team in any format. https://t.co/qsbdexuonn
– Right arm over (@rightarmover_) May 26, 2025
He followed you regularly and always wished you to represent India someday.
Happy retirement 💐– inside (@insidde_out) May 26, 2025
Thank you for all you have done for Gujarat 🫡 https://t.co/y9dqojynhb
– Pankil Sheth (@Pankilsheth19) May 26, 2025
Congratulations on a stellar career for Gujarat and wishing -you all luck for your trip.
– Spandan Roy (@talksports45) May 26, 2025
Here BCCI successfully ruined the career of a true promising cricket worker. https://t.co/dvkd5hblgl
– Vishal (@Beingvishal2712) May 26, 2025
Congratulations on your career, Priyank. Best wishes for the next entries.
– Saurabh Malhotra (@malhotrasaurabh) May 26, 2025
I have seen you play first class cricket, you are very talented. Your Log in Cricket Domestic speaks. It is good man. Have fun -and enjoy the second post. @Pkpanchal09 https://t.co/azj9ulmvzx
– Naseem Akram (@naseemakRam100) May 26, 2025
Happy retirement friend 👍
– Cricklover (@kumarmas_11) May 26, 2025
Go well Champ💗 https://t.co/dvlephtaut
– Vijayprakashupadhyay (@vijayprakashu8) May 26, 2025
Congratulations Priyank for a wonderful career 🔥
– Rajesh Khilare (@cricrajeshpk) May 26, 2025
Priyank Panchal, one of the thickest and consistent operators of the domestic cricket, has announced his retirement. It is unfortunate that, despite approaching so close, he never had the opportunity to bring the Indian test lid.
A real domestic legend is inclined.
Happy retirement! ❤️ https://t.co/yno2Spn6eq– Srinath Roychowdhury (@srininhroychow1) May 26, 2025
Happy Retirement Brother One of the best domestic operators good luck for the future ❤️
– stern 🇮🇳 (@magnesiumkohli) May 26, 2025
What a wonderful career he had. https://t.co/gllvxqt8o8
– Rachit Modi (@rachitmodi17) May 26, 2025
Have a second second post!
– Broket Cricket Dreams Blog (@Cricket_broken) May 26, 2025
True legend of the domestic scene. https://t.co/Kky8hehppc
– Sudhir SB (@realmadrid_ssb) May 26, 2025
Join -vos a csk bro
– Chittagong Kumar (@chittagg2019) May 26, 2025
@BCCI It begins to stimulate players who choose the test cricket over other formats. https://t.co/z7fybsfe2l
– Chandan Dasthakur (@Chandandasthhak3) May 26, 2025
