Siddharth Kaul, a member of Virat Kohli’s Under-19 World Cup team, recently, announced his retirement from the sport. Following his retirement, he has joined the State Bank of India, marking a new chapter in his career off the field.
The seamer has been a key player for Punjab in various domestic leagues across all three formats of the game, consistently delivering strong performances and playing a crucial role in his team’s success over the years. He announced his retirement from the sport of cricket through a social media post, expressing gratitude for his career and the experiences gained while also sharing his excitement for the next phase of his life. He thanked his fans and franchises for giving him various memories of a lifetime.
Siddharth Kaul made his debut for the Indian team in June 2018 against Ireland at Dublin. He bowled 2 overs, giving only 4 runs and dismissing opener James Shannon. Apart from this, he has been part of three ODIs and two T20Is.
The lad posted on social media about going to his office, sharing his excitement about starting a new chapter in his professional journey after retiring from cricket. The post was captioned “Office Time” being his selfie with the location of his office.
The speedster has played in 88 first-class matches for Punjab, where he has taken 297 wickets at an impressive average of 26.77. Throughout his career, he has also claimed 17 five-wicket hauls, showcasing his consistency and ability to deliver match-winning performances. His remarkable achievements in domestic cricket have solidified his reputation as one of the key bowlers for Punjab.
The talented fast bowler has been a part of franchises like Kolkata Knight Riders, Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League. In 55 IPL matches, Siddharth has taken 58 wickets, maintaining an economy rate of 8.63. His ability to strike at crucial moments and contain the opposition’s scoring has made him a valuable asset in the T20 league. He was released by the Bengaluru franchise before the 2024 IPL auction.
