Indian fast bowler Varun Aaron, aged 35, has announced his retirement from all formats of professional cricket, reflecting on his career and contributions from family, friends, and various support teams.

Injury-prone India pacer Varun Aaron on Friday announced retirement from "representative cricket" after his home state Jharkhand's campaign ended in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy. The 35-year-old, who made his international debut in 2011, played nine ODIs and as many Tests for India. He had retired from red-ball cricket last year.

India pacer Varun Aaron announced his decision to bid adieu to his cricketing career after 20 years of playing at professional level on Friday, January 10. The veteran pacer announced his retirement by sharing a statement on his social media handles.

Former India pacer Varun Aaron, who represented Jharkhand in the latest Vijay Hazare Trophy season, announced on social media his retirement. He had grabbed the headlines when he hit 153kph during the 2010-11 Vijay Hazare Trophy final against Gujarat.