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Rahul Dravid retires from International cricket

39-year-old Indian batsman Rahul Dravid  announced today his retirement from international cricket.

Dravid scored 13,288 runs in 164 Tests since making his debut in 1996, second only to compatriot Sachin Tendulkar.

 He made 36 centuries.

Former skipper Dravid, nicknamed "The Wall" for his patient batting style, also holds the world record of 210 outfield Test catches.

 

Dravid,  says  thought he retired  he will still play in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for the Rajasthan Royals.

He retired from one-day cricket last September, having scored 10,889 runs in 344 internationals.



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