April 20, 2022

Kieron Pollard Retires From Cricket

By Newsroom

After a career that lasted more than 15 years, West Indies limited-overs captain Kieron Pollard has retired from international cricket.

He made the announcement via social media on Wednesday, a day before his IPL franchise Mumbai Indians’ game against Chennai Super Kings.

“After careful deliberation, I have today decided to retire from international cricket…. Sometimes people see the role of a professional cricketer as being something glamorous and while there is that aspect of it, there are many sacrifices that sportsmen have to make to play at an international level. Being away from home and family has never been easy, but I can say that I have always had the solid support of my family,” Pollard said in a statement.

“I can still vividly remember making my international debut in 2007 under the leadership of my childhood hero, Brian Lara. Wearing those maroon colours and playing alongside such greats has been a privilege that I never took lightly, giving my heart and soul in every facet of the game – whether bowling, batting or fielding.”

Pollard said captaining the West Indies was “the highest honour bestowed” on him and that he led with “passion, openness, courage, and everything I could ever possibly give both on and off the field without ever compromising my principles and integrity.”

Pollard will focus on spending more time with his wife, Jenna and the couple’s three children.

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