International Cricket: On Thursday, former South African captain Dane van Niekerk announced her departure from all international cricket competitions (March 16). The Proteas’ famed spin all-rounder played over 200 international games, but his final game was in September 2021.
The 29-year-old was injured in 2022 and missed the ODI World Cup, as well as the recently finished 2023 T20 World Cup at home owing to fitness difficulties. After failing the fitness test required for the World Cup roster selection, she has been predicted to retire from international cricket.
In an Instagram post that her wife Marizanne Kapp shared earlier this week, she made a suggestion that she might eventually retire from international cricket. Van Niekerk has now officially announced her decision to leave international cricket in a statement issued by Cricket South Africa (CSA).
“I regretfully announce that I will no longer play for the international cricket team. To lead and represent my country has been my greatest honour. I consider myself tremendously fortunate to have guided the group during these crucial years. Without a doubt, the women’s game is in a promising position, and I’m looking forward to watching this lovely game, which I like, develop.
“I have wonderful memories from my career, and I want to thank Cricket South Africa and all other stakeholders for their support. I look back on my time with nostalgia. Even though the road is frequently emotional, hard, and lonely, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. I appreciate everything this game has taught me “in her statement announcing her retirement.
She also used the occasion to compliment her wife and declare that she should now back Marizanne, who has recently been performing at her absolute best. “Marizanne, my wife, you have been by my side from the beginning. I appreciate you putting up with me and everything that went along with it, but you’re still here. You are at the height of your professional potential, and now is my chance to help you as you have helped me. I love you,” said van Niekerk.
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