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Russell’s Final Roar in West Indies Jersey

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  Andre "Dre Russ" Russell, an all-around player from the West Indies, has decided to retire from international cricket after making significant contributions in various formats. At the age of 37, he will make his final appearances for the Maroon Cap in the first two Twenty20 Internationals against Australia at Kingston's Sabina Park on July 20 and 22, 2025, in the Australia tour of West India 2025 . Russell's Emotional Statement On The Field On July 16, Russell formally declared his intention to wear the West Indies shirt, calling it "one of the greatest achievements in my life." "I want to finish my international career on a high while being a role model for the next generation," he said, describing how performing at Sabina Park in front of family and friends was a suitable conclusion. He was raised in Jamaica. Carrer Highlight T20I: 84 matches, 61 wickets, three fifties (HS 71), 1,078 runs (strike rate ~163) ODIs: 1,034 runs, 70 wickets, 56 ma...

Virat Kohli Announces Retirement From Test Cricket: An Era Ends

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 A few days ago, it was announced that Virat Kohli would like to retire from test cricket . After an incredible red-ball career that revolutionized modern batting and leadership, Indian cricket legend Virat Kohli officially announced his retirement from Test cricket on May 12 in a heartfelt statement shared with fans worldwide. Kohli Announces Retirement Via Social Media Addressing the decision on social media early Monday morning, the 36-year-old former Indian captain thanked his teammates, coaches, supporters, and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for their unwavering support over the past 14 years. In a statement that read, "Playing Test cricket for India has been the greatest honor of my life," Kohli shared a picture on Instagram. "Even though it is very hard to leave the whites, I know deep down that the time is right because they have always had a special place in my heart." Virat Kohli Test Career Virat quickly rose to the top of the world'...