New Zealand's Ross Taylor announces Retirement from International Cricket

On Thursday, New Zealand batter Ross Taylor has announced to retire from international cricket after concluding the upcoming home Test series against Bangladesh, and six ODIs against Australia and the Netherlands next year. 

He took to Twitter to make the announcement. He wrote, “Today I’m announcing my retirement from international cricket at the conclusion of the home summer, two more tests against Bangladesh, and six odi’s against Australia & the Netherlands. Thank you for 17 years of incredible support. It’s been an honour to represent my country #234." 

“It’s been an amazing journey and I feel incredibly fortunate to have represented my country for as long as I have," he said. “It’s been such a privilege to play with and against some of the greats of the game and to have created so many memories and friendships along the way. But all good things must come to an end and the timing feels right for me."

As quoted by ESPN Cricinfo, New Zealand head coach coach Gary Stead said, “Ross has always been a hugely respected member of the side and we’re thankful for his contributions to the Black Caps over an incredible career. His skills and temperament as a batsman have been world-class and his ability to perform at such a high level for so long speaks volumes of his longevity and professionalism. Seeing him hit the winning runs in Southampton to help win our first ICC World title is a moment I will never forget and I’m sure it’s the same for many of the fans."