Parthiv Patel announces retirement from all forms of cricket

Wicket-keeper-batsman Parthiv Patel on Wednesday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket.

Post Published By: DN Bureau

Updated : 9 December 2020, 12:54 PM IST

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