The age at which Indian cricketers generally end their careers varies and depends on various factors such as physical fitness, current performance, and personal goals. Unlike other sports, cricket does not have a strict retirement age. Cricketers often choose to retire based on physical condition, personal shape, and status.

Throughout history, many cricketers continued to play at the highest level into their late 30s and early 40s. Take for example Sachin Tendulkar, one of the greatest players in the sport. Rahul Dravid, who retired from international cricket in 2013 at the age of 40, retired at the age of 39, proving that age alone is not a factor in determining when to retire. There is more emphasis on fitness in modern cricket. Hence, athletes are increasingly focusing on maintaining their fitness to extend their careers. Advances in sports science and training techniques have enabled athletes to maintain high performance into their mid to late 30s.

However, the decision to retire is also influenced by factors such as declining performance, injuries and the emergence of younger players. Some cricketers choose to retire from one format such as Test and continue competing in other formats such as white-ball cricket. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and team managements usually respect a cricketer's decision to retire and support a smooth transition. Resignation announcements are personal. They allow players to plan their departure from the international stage.

There is no fixed retirement age in India. Cricketers are selected based on fitness, form and personal preference. It provides flexibility for experienced players to continue participating, while at the same time creating space for the development of new talent...