England pacer David Willey has announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket. The 33-year-old confirmed that he will bid adieu to international cricket at the end of Cricket World Cup campaign.
Willey announced his decision in a lengthy social media post, stating that he feels the time has come for him to retire.
“I never wanted this day to come. From a young boy, I’ve only ever dreamed of playing cricket for England. So, with careful thought and consideration, it is with great regret that I feel the time has come for me to retire from all forms of International cricket at the end of the World Cup. I have worn the shirt with immense pride and given my absolute everything to the badge on my chest. I’ve been very lucky to be a part of such an incredible white ball team with some of the best players in the world. I’ve made some special memories and great friends along the way and been through some very difficult times,” Willey said in his social media post.
The 33-year-old thanked his family for unwavering support and said that his decision had nothing to do with team’s performance in the ongoing tournament.
“I feel I still have a lot more to give on and off the field while I am still playing my best cricket, and my decision has nothing to do with our performance during the World Cup.
I’m sure everybody who knows me does not doubt that, whatever my involvement in the remainder of this campaign, I will give my everything and more!”, Willey added in the post.
Willey enjoyed a fulfiling career in white-ball cricket for England. The Englishman, who made his international debut in 2015, played 70 ODIs and 43 T20Is for the Three Lions.
