David Warner
Australia's traditional opening batsman David Warner announced his retirement from the longest format of the game in January. Later, the stalwart featured in the Indian Premier League 2024 for Delhi Capitals. Warner's international career most likely ended after Australia crashed out of the Super 8 stage of the tournament after Afghanistan and India inflicted back-to-back defeats on them
James Anderson
England's pace veteran James Anderson is set to pull the curtains on his international career after serving English cricket for 22 years. He took to Instagram to announce his retirement. The former speedster is hailed for his longevity and consistency in bowling at the same speed in top-flight cricket
Trent Boult
New Zealand pacer Trent Boult also announced his retirement from T20I after their T20 World Cup 2024 match against Papua New Guinea. "Speaking on behalf of myself, this will be my last T20 World Cup. That's all I have to say," Boult said at the press conference as quoted by ESPNcricinfo. Boult is known for his ability to swing in both directions and strike early wickets in the match
Neil Wagner
New Zealand's pacer Neil Wagner at the age of 37 called it a day in the traditional format. The pacer represented New Zealand in 64 tests and will finish as Kiwi's fifth-highest wicket-taker
Heinrich Klaasen
South Africa's explosive batsman Heinrich Klaasen also announced his retirement from Test cricket early in this year. While announcing his retirement, Heinrich said that the Test was his favourite format but will continue to be available for selection in white-ball cricket. During the ICC World Cup 2023, Heinrich Klaasen played a vital role in South Africa's campaign
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