Squash legend RETIRES! All you need to know about Saurav Ghosal

Retirement

Saurav Ghosal has ended his remarkable 22-year career by announcing his retirement from the professional circuit.

Only Indian in Top 10

Ghosal, who is from Kolkata, accomplished a unique feat by being the only man from India to rank among the top 10 in the world.

Titles and Matches

The 37-year-old Ghosal made his Professional Squash Association (PSA) Tour debut in 2003. Since then, he has won 10 PSA titles, reached to 18 finals, and won 281 of his 511 matches on the Tour.

Gratitude to Coaches

Saurav expressed his heartfelt gratitude expressing how different coaches moulded and built him as a successful player along his journey. The list started from Malcom Willstrop to countless coaches.

Marriage

Ghosal is married to Diya Pallikal who is the sister of his mixed doubles partner Deepika.

Ground Level Growth

Saurav wants to give back to the game by increasing participation numbers in schools. He wants to mentor the talent and spread the sport in smaller cities.

National Award

Ghosal became the first squash player from India to receive the 2007 Arjuna Award.