India all-rounder Stuart Binny announced his retirement from first-class and international cricket on Monday. He owns the record of the best bowling figures in ODI format.
The 37-year-old cricketer began his career with his state Karnataka and represented India in six Tests, 14 ODIs and three Twenty20 Internationals.
“The game of cricket runs through my blood, and I will always look to give back to the game that has given me everything,” said Stuart.
“I just felt it’s time for me to move on from a player to coaching…and I have a lot to give back to cricket in that department… also now since I am a level 2 coach with the NCA,” he added.
Stuart Binny recorded Best ODI Bowling by an Indian with 4.4-2-4-6 came against Bangladesh in Dhaka in 2014. He ended his first-class career with 4796 runs and 146 wickets. He began his IPL career with Mumbai Indians in 2010. His father Roger Binny was a member of the 1983 World Cup-winning team.