West Indies captain Kieron Pollard retires from international cricket

Pollard represented the West Indies for over 15 years and made over 224 appearances. The 34-year-old made his international debut in 2007 and went on to be a part of the Windies 2012 World T20 winning team. 

Back in 2019, the all-rounder was named as captain of the men's ODI and T20 teams.

"As is the case for many young persons, it was a dream of mine to represent the West Indies team from the time I was a boy of 10 years, and I am proud to have represented West Indies cricket for over 15 years in both the T20I and ODI forms of the game.

"As I move on and make room for those who will carry the game forward in West Indian colours, know that I will always be supporting in whatever way I can. It is with profound gratitude for living my dream that I now raise my bat in salute to all that is West Indies cricket."

Pollard scored 2706 runs in one-day internationals and 1569 runs in T20s. The West Indies legend also took 55 wickets, but never played a Test match for the national side.

"We respect his decision to retire from international cricket and are especially grateful for the high quality of leadership and commitment he invested in both West Indies teams since his appointment as our white-ball captain in September 2019. We wish him continued success in his career."

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