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New Zealand Cricket: Ben Horne announces retirement

Ben Horne retirement: After a successful career spanning seven seasons, former New Zealand Under 19 rep and Auckland Aces wicketkeeper/batsman Ben Horne has announced his retirement from professional cricket.

At 29, ‘Hornet’ has been a mainstay in the Aces’ line-up in all three formats since breaking into the starting XI at the end of 2016.

His nimble wicketkeeping and hard-hitting right-hand batting has been integral to his team’s success in recent seasons, including winning both The Ford Trophy and Plunket Shield in 2021/22. Horne’s 23 dismissals in the 2018/19 Ford Trophy also set a new benchmark for Auckland keepers as a season record.

New Zealand Cricket: Ben Horne announces retirement.

Ben Horne said :-

“I’m proud to look back on my career and some of the things we’ve accomplished, but more importantly to me, some of the people who I did it with,” said Horne.

“I’ve been playing cricket with some of the guys for over a decade, can call a lot of them my closest mates, and that’s what I’m most proud of.”

Daniel Archer said this about Ben Horne :-

Auckland Cricket’s Director of Performance and Talent, Daniel Archer said Horne’s energy and commitment rubbed off on his teammates on and off the field.

“We are extremely grateful to Ben for all his efforts and commitment during his time in blue,” said Archer.

“A high-energy player and individual, Ben has provided so many memorable moments in a career that he should be extremely proud of.”

Coach Doug Watson wished Horne all the best :-

Coach Doug Watson (currently coaching Scotland men at the ICC World Cup Qualifier in Zimbabwe) wished Ben Horne all the best for his future endeavours and said his experience and sense of humour will be missed.

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