West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell to retire from worldwide cricket

All-rounder Russell, who gained the T20 World Cup in 2012 and 2016, has earned 84 worldwide caps within the format, scoring three fifties and taking 61 wickets.

The white-ball specialist, who performed just one check match, additionally appeared in 56 One-Day Internationals (ODI), taking 70 wickets. He final performed within the 50-over format in 2019.

“Words can not clarify what it meant. To characterize the West Indies has been one of many proudest achievements in my life,” Russell mentioned in a press release.

“When I was a kid, I did not expect to get to this level, but the more you start to play and get to love the sport, you realize what you can achieve. This inspired me to become better because I wanted to leave a mark in the maroon colours and become an inspiration to others.”

Russell, who travels around the globe competing in T20 leagues and most not too long ago appeared in Major League Cricket within the U.S. this month, mentioned he wished to complete his worldwide profession on a excessive.

“His hunger to perform and win for West Indies has never wavered. I wish him all the best on his next chapter, and I hope he continues to inspire generations to come,” West Indies coach Daren Sammy mentioned.

West Indies host Australia within the first T20 of the five-match collection on Sunday in Kingston. Australia gained their check collection 3-0.