May 27, 2025 – Ahmedabad – Priyank Panchal, the former Gujarat captain and one of the great batsmen of the state, has called it a day for all forms of cricket. It has been confirmed by the Gujarat Cricket Association (GCA) Monday, 26 May.
An illustrious Career Draws to a Close
At the age of 35, Priyank Panchal is unmatched in Indian domestic cricket for the last 17 years. He has played 127 First-Class matches, scoring 8,856 runs with an impressive average of 45.18, of which he has scored 29 centuries and 34 half-centuries. Between 97 List A appearances, Panchal amassed 3,672 runs with an average of 40.80 runs, his stats of eight centuries and 21 fifties shining like trophies. He also featured in 59 T20s with his contributions, added to the overall tally of 1,522 runs at 28.71, including nine half-centuries.
Anil Patel, secretary of the Gujarat Cricket Association, remarked on Panchal’s contribution:
“Priyank Panchal had an amazing career. For the past 17 years, he has been a prolific scorer and a respected opening batter for Gujarat. He is one of those who can really lead from the front as he captained India A as well.”
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Domestic Border wins and Leading
Panchal’s most memorable season came in 2016-17 Ranji Trophy, in which he scored 1,310 runs including a magnificent unbeaten score of 314. That helped Gujarat in winning the coveted Ranji Trophy for that year. He was also part of Gujarat title-winning teams in the Vijay Hazare Trophy (2015-16) and in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (2012-13 and 2013-14).
National Team with Brief Stints
Panchal did not get the best of his international career, but he had some calls from India for Test matches. He was sent as a stand-in for the injured Rohit Sharma and was among reserve openers for the Test series at home against England in 2021.
Legacy and Farewell
Priyank Panchal leaves behind the legacy of one of the most consistent and reliable batsmen produced by Gujarat. His technique and temperament at the crease made him stand amongst the domestic crowd and made him a reliable leader for his teams. The Gujarat Cricket Association and cricket fans all over the country had wished him the very best in future endeavors beyond the playing field.
Written by RITESH SINGH
