Former UAE captain CP Rizwan, the first Keralite to hit an ODI century, announces retirement from international cricket ahead of the Asia Cup.
Sharing the news on Instagram, Rizwan described his journey as a “great roller-coaster ride”, expressing pride in his achievements with the national team.
From Kerala to UAE captaincy
Rizwan, hailing from Tellicherry, Kerala, moved to the UAE in 2014 with dreams of playing international cricket. Balancing full-time work from 8 am to 6 pm with night-time cricket, he overcame significant challenges to make his mark.
Reflections on the journey
Rizwan thanked coaches, teammates, domestic team owners, the UAE Cricket Board, friends, and family for their support. “God has been kind, and I am forever grateful for the opportunity to represent UAE and create many great memories,” he wrote.
Looking ahead
Rizwan, who excelled in the recent Emirates D50 Tournament, will now focus on his career with Emirates Airlines and corporate cricket leagues. “I would have loved to go on, but it is what it is,” he said, wishing the UAE team the best for the Asia Cup.