Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary has recently stirred controversy with his comments about the Ranji Trophy, calling for its removal from the calendar. Tiwary, an active player for the BCCI, expressed his frustration on social media platform X, leading to a fine by the BCCI. His remarks have sparked a debate about the tournament’s relevance in modern cricket.
Tiwary’s criticism comes amidst a broader discussion about the importance of the Ranji Trophy, especially with the growing influence of T20 leagues like the IPL. He has raised concerns about the IPL-centric mindset among young players, highlighting the need to preserve the significance of traditional formats.
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In a significant development, Tiwary has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket following Bengal’s Ranji Trophy campaign. The legendary Bengal cricketer received a warm farewell from his team, with former India captain Sourav Ganguly praising his contributions to Indian cricket.
In a recent interview, Tiwary expressed regret over not playing Test cricket and questioned his dismissal from the Indian side despite scoring a century. He reflected on his achievements, including his memorable 104* against West Indies in Chennai, and his disappointment over not getting a Test cap despite his impressive first-class record of 10,195 runs.
Tiwary’s retirement marks the end of an era in Indian cricket, as he bids farewell to the sport with gratitude for the support he has received throughout his career.
