Having last represented his country in a Test match against Australia in December 2022, South Africa batter Theunis de Bruyn has announced his retirement from international cricket. The 30-year-old revealed the decision in a statement, released by his domestic team Titans. "I've been fortunate to represent my country at the highest level of cricket and that’s been the proudest moment of my career. The bonds I’ve formed, lessons I’ve learnt, skills I’ve developed and my growth as a human being would not have been possible without the experience of playing international cricket", he said.
"I've lived a childhood dream, shared dressing rooms with my hero’s and played cricket at some of the world's most iconic venues; and I can't say thank you enough for the opportunities I've got through this game. Looking back at everything that I've achieved, it is time I say goodbye to international cricket and focus on the next chapter.
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He further added, "I'm excited for what the future has to offer and looking forward to chasing more dreams and ambitions in life. Thank you to everyone that's been involved throughout my journey and best wishes to the Proteas and Cricket South Africa for what lies ahead!"
In 12 Tests, De Bruyn has registered 468 runs, with a century and a high score of 101. Meanwhile, in three T20Is, he has bagged 37 runs. In his last appearance for South Africa, which was against Australia in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, he had scores of 12 and 28, as his side crashed to a defeat. Ahead of the third Test, he left for home for the birth of his first child.
{{/usCountry}}In 12 Tests, De Bruyn has registered 468 runs, with a century and a high score of 101. Meanwhile, in three T20Is, he has bagged 37 runs. In his last appearance for South Africa, which was against Australia in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG, he had scores of 12 and 28, as his side crashed to a defeat. Ahead of the third Test, he left for home for the birth of his first child.
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