South African all-rounder Dwayne Pretorius retires from international cricket

Dwayne Pretorius retires, CSA: Cricket South Africa (CSA) today confirmed that South African all-rounder Dwayne Pretorius has retired from international cricket with immediate effect.

Dwayne Pretorius retires-Made his international debut in 2016

Since making his international debut in 2016, the 33-year-old has represented South Africa in all three formats in 30 T20 Internationals (T20Is), 27 One Day Internationals (ODIs), and three Tests. He has also played in two World Cups.

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Career

Pretorius impressed in the T20I arena and holds the record for the best figures by a South African bowler in T20Is with 5-17 against Pakistan in 2021. He took nine wickets in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. in the United Arab Emirates. He also has 261 runs to his name at a strike rate of 164.15.

His performances for the Proteas have earned him appearances in leagues across the world including the Indian Premier League, The Hundred, Caribbean Premier League, and most recently the inaugural Betway SA20.

Dwayne Pretorius’s statement follows

“A few days ago, I took one of the toughest decisions of my cricketing career. I have decided to retire from all forms of international cricket.

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Growing up, my only aim in life was to play for the Proteas. I didn’t know how it was going to happen, but God gave me the talent and a fierce will to succeed. The rest was in his hands.

I am focusing on T20 and other shorter formats for the rest of my career

I want to thank everyone who played a big role in my career. These are all the coaches, trainers, and physios who supported me