New Delhi: South African batsman AB de Villiers has decided to retire from all forms of international cricket with immediate effect. The charismatic batsman took to Twitter to announce the big decision on Wednesday.
“It is time for others to take over,” de Villiers said in a video posted on Twitter.
De Villiers bowed out as one of the greatest batsmen of his time, having played 114 Tests, 228 One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and 78 T20 Internationals for South Africa.
“14 seasons ago I arrived as a nervous youngster when I was first called into the Proteas squad. Today at the same place, I want to let you know that I have decided to retire from all international cricket with immediate effect. After 114 Test matches, 228 one-day internationals and 78 T20 Internationals, it is time for others to take over,” de Villiers said.
“I have had my turn and to be honest I am tired. This is a tough decision. I have thought long and hard about it and I’d like to retire while still playing decent cricket,” said the right-hander.
