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Cariappa spoke the support he received from both the Karnataka State Cricket Association and the Cricket Association of Mizoram. His first-class career includes 75 wickets from 14 matches, at an impressive average of 23.20.
Former KKR spinner KC Cariappa has decided to retire at the age of 31. Cariappa rose to fame in 2015 when he was bought by KKR for a hefty Rs 2.40 crore. He played for Karnataka and Mizoram in domestic cricket, claiming 157 wickets across different formats. He announced his retirement through an emotional message on his social media.
“From the streets where it all began to stadium lights and wearing the jersey with pride – I lived the dream I once only imagined. Today, I officially announce my retirement from BCCI cricket. This journey gave me everything. Victories that made me smile, defeats that broke me and lessons that shaped me. I’ve felt pressure, pain, sacrifice but also the kind of joy only cricket can give,” he wrote.
Although bought for a substantial fee, Cariappa only made a single appearance for KKR in IPL 2015. His first IPL wicket came in the form of AB de Villiers. He was subsequently picked up by Punjab Kings, where he claimed seven wickets in nine games during the 2016 and 2017 IPL seasons.
Cariappa spoke the support he received from both the Karnataka State Cricket Association and the Cricket Association of Mizoram. His first-class career includes 75 wickets from 14 matches, at an impressive average of 23.20.
“I owe my deepest gratitude to Karnataka State Cricket Association for building me, guiding me and believing in me when it mattered the most. And to the Cricket Association of Mizoram, thank you for trusting me and supporting me like family,” Cariappa further wrote.
“My 7-year IPL journey will always stay close to my heart. Proud to have represented Kolkata Knight Riders, Kings XI Punjab, Rajasthan Royals.”
“To every selector, coach, teammate, support staff, and every fan – thank you. You didn’t just support my game… you supported my dream. I may be retiring from BCCI cricket today but I will never retire from loving this game,” he concluded.