The trend of player retirements post the T20 World Cup 2024 seems to be gaining momentum, with 8 prominent cricketers announcing their departure from T20 International cricket.
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After clinching the T20 World Cup 2024 title, cricket legends Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma were the first to declare their retirement from T20 International cricket. Since then, a series of retirements have followed, with a total of 8 renowned players bidding farewell to T20 cricket. This list includes three Indian players and five international stars. Here’s a look at who has retired within a week of the World Cup’s conclusion.
The Pioneers: Virat, Rohit, and Jadeja
Virat Kohli, former captain of the Indian team, announced his retirement from T20 International cricket right after the World Cup final. Following him, the victorious captain Rohit Sharma also hung up his boots. The next day, India’s star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja decided to step away from T20 Internationals. These three Indian legends will now only be seen in Test, ODI, and IPL matches.
David Warner and Trent Boult Step Down
Australia’s star opener, David Warner, who had previously retired from Test and ODI cricket, has now also retired from T20 Internationals. Warner will continue to play in the IPL and BBL. Similarly, New Zealand pacer Trent Boult has retired from international T20 cricket but will continue to play in the IPL.
David Wiese Bids Farewell
Namibian cricketer David Wiese, who debuted for Namibia in 2021, has retired from T20 International cricket after the World Cup. Wiese played 32 T20 Internationals for Namibia, taking 35 wickets and scoring 528 runs.
Sybrand Engelbrecht and Brian Masaba Retire
Netherlands’ Sybrand Engelbrecht and Uganda cricket team captain Brian Masaba have also announced their retirement from T20 International cricket within a week of the World Cup’s conclusion. Masaba is the 8th player to retire post-World Cup.
The wave of retirements following the World Cup has left fans curious and reflective about the future of T20 cricket and the emerging new talents ready to fill these big shoes.