After four years of chasing an India comeback, Poonam Raut has called time on her international career. In an exclusive conversation with TimesofIndia.com, the former India batter reflects on her retirement, the sacrifices her parents made to support her cricketing dream, her 86-run knock in the 2017 Women’s World Cup final and the messages from young girls inspired by India’s campaign. She also discusses women’s cricket’s growth and her plans to mentor young cricketers.
