International cricket bid farewell to star player Russell from West Indies as he announced his retirement.
Andre Russell, a two-time Twenty20 World Cup winner and a celebrated all-rounder for the West Indies, has announced his retirement from international cricket. The 37-year-old cricketer will bid farewell to international cricket after the second T20I against Australia, scheduled to take place on July 22, 2025, in his hometown of Kingston, Jamaica.
Russell's international career, spanning over a decade, has been marked by his exceptional performances in the T20 format. He has represented the West Indies in 84 T20Is, scoring 1,078 runs at a striking rate of 163.08, with three half-centuries, and taking 61 wickets at an economy rate of 9.30. In the One-Day International (ODI) format, Russell has appeared in 56 matches, taking 70 wickets [1][2][3].
Russell's love for the sport has driven him to strive for greatness, as he expressed in his retirement statement, "Words cannot explain what it meant. To represent the West Indies has been one of the proudest achievements in my life." He added, "I didn't anticipate reaching this level, but my love for the game inspired me to push beyond my limits."
The retirement announcement comes just seven months before the ICC T20 World Cup 2026, which will be hosted by India and Sri Lanka. Despite his decision to retire, Russell aims to end his international career on a high note [3].
West Indies coach Daren Sammy, a fellow World Cup winner, wished Russell all the best in his next chapter and expressed hope that he would continue to inspire future generations. "Andre has been a phenomenal player and an even better person. His contributions to West Indies cricket will be felt for years to come," Sammy said [4].
Russell's last appearance in the 50-over format was in 2019, and he has recently competed in Major League Cricket in the U.S. [1]. The first T20 match of the five-match series between West Indies and Australia will take place on Sunday in Kingston [5].
As Russell prepares to retire, he leaves behind a legacy of excellence and inspiration. His retirement will undoubtedly be a significant moment in the history of West Indies cricket.
[1] ESPNcricinfo, "Andre Russell announces retirement from international cricket", July 2025. [2] Cricbuzz, "Andre Russell's T20I stats", July 2025. [3] ICC, "ICC T20 World Cup 2026 to be hosted by India and Sri Lanka", March 2025. [4] CWI, "Daren Sammy wishes Andre Russell all the best", July 2025. [5] CWI, "Fixtures announced for West Indies vs Australia T20I series", June 2025.
In commemoration of his upcoming retirement from international cricket, Andre Russell, the accomplished two-time Twenty20 World Cup winner, has decided to index his remarkable career achievements. Despite retiring, Russell remains dedicated to maintaining his status as a sports icon for future generations.
