Aaron Finch Announces Retirement From Big Bash League

04.01.2024 - 18:32 sports.ndtv.com

Former Australia captain Aaron Finch announced his retirement from the Big Bash League (BBL) after 13 seasons with Melbourne Renegades. "Melbourne Renegades legend Aaron Finch will call time on his incredible Big Bash career, announcing this BBL|13 season will be his last," Melbourne Renegades said in an official statement. "One of Australian cricket's greatest white ball players, the 37-year-old confirmed the news at Marvel Stadium on Thursday evening ahead of the Renegades clash with the Hobart Hurricanes," it further added.

What a player he's beenAaron Finch has announced his retirement. #BBL13 pic.twitter.com/PPpqr7yYzM A Melbourne Renegades player since the inception of the competition, Finch's impact on the club, league and fans has been profound.

Finch's unwavering commitment to the club saw him captain the side for nine consecutive seasons, between BBL|02 and BBL|10, leading the Renegades to their maiden BBL title in BBL|08.

He is the club's leading scorer with 3311* runs and sits behind only Chris Lynn on the Big Bash League's all-time runs tally, among a host of accolades.

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