Hanuma Vihari Announces Retirement from Andhra Pradesh Cricket Team Due to Political Interference

Andhra Pradesh cricketer Hanuma Vihari has announced his decision to retire from playing for the Andhra Cricket Team due to alleged political interference by the Andhra Cricket Association. This revelation comes shortly after Andhra’s loss to Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy quarter-final in Indore.

Vihari, who led Andhra’s chase in the match against Madhya Pradesh scoring 55 runs, expressed his disappointment over his treatment by the association. He claimed that he was forced to step down as captain following an incident involving a 17th player and a politician’s interference.

In an Instagram post, Vihari detailed the events that led to his resignation, stating that he felt humiliated and embarrassed by the association’s actions. Despite the incident, Vihari continued playing under Ricky Bhui’s captaincy and helped Andhra secure the second spot in their Ranji Trophy group.

Vihari, who has played 37 first-class matches for Andhra, also mentioned a failed move to Madhya Pradesh where he was rumored to join before the current season. The cricketer expressed his disappointment with the association and emphasized his commitment to the game and his team.

Having started his career with Hyderabad, Vihari’s decision to retire from the Andhra team marks a significant moment in his cricketing journey. With 16 Test matches for India under his belt, Vihari’s retirement from Andhra cricket raises questions about the impact of external influences on players’ decisions.