File image by Mandeep Singh©BCCI
Indian batsman Mandeep Singh on Saturday announced that he will play for Tripura in the upcoming domestic season, ending his 14-year stint in Punjab. Mandeep played three T20 Internationals for India in 2016 against Zimbabwe. “I have had the most incredible journey at PCA from junior level to senior level whilst also being lucky enough to be the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy winning captain for 2023-2024,” Mandeep wrote on Instagram.
“However, after much deliberation, I think it is time to open a new chapter in my career. I have decided that now is the right time to move on and play cricket for Tripura in the upcoming domestic season,” he added in the social media post.
The 32-year-old thanked the Punjab association and former cricketers Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh for their “constant support”. “I want to extend my gratitude to Dilsher Khanna, PCA Secretary, Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh for their constant support over the years. I would also like to thank the members of the PCA Board of Directors and the employees who have been by my side over the years,” he said.
Mandeep said he wanted to achieve many more milestones with Tripura.
“I am excited about the new beginnings in Tripura and celebrating the many milestones and achievements that are yet to come,” he added.
Mandeep made his debut for Punjab in 2010, and the experienced batsman’s presence will come in handy for Tripura after wicketkeeper batsman Wriddhiman Saha returned to Bengal ahead of the next season.
Mandeep made 6,448 runs in 99 matches at an average of 47.76, including 15 centuries with a top score of 235.
Apart from Mandeep, Tripura will also have the services of former Punjab batsman Jiwanjot Singh this season.
(Except the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
Topics mentioned in this article
This story originally appeared on ndtv.com read the full story
