Matthew Wade retires from international cricket on Tuesday, as the Australian wicket-keeper-batter eyes a coaching career.
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MATTHEW WADE RETIRES FROM INTERNATIONAL CRICKET AFTER 13 YEARS
Matthew Wade retires from international cricket after 13 years and 225 international appearances while playing for Australia.
Furthermore, the 36-year-old represented his country three times in the T20 World Cup.
He helped Australia win their inaugural 20-over title in Dubai in 2021.
Moreover, Wade was part of Australia’s lineup at the recent T20 World Cup in June.
However, he was not included in the tour of the United Kingdom in September.
The announcement came after Wade had already retired from red-ball cricket in March after Tasmania’s run to the Sheffield Shield final.
“I was fully aware my international days were most likely over at the end of the last T20 World Cup,” Wade said.
COACHING CAREER THE NEXT STEP FOR ‘WADEY’; BBL STINT STILL IN THE CARDS
Moreover, the man, who is also known as “Wadey,” is eyeing a coaching career in Australia.
The team is set to play for the T20I series against Pakistan next month.
Furthermore, Wade will still play for the Hobart Hurricanes in the Big Bash League (BBL).
Additionally, he will also be joining Australia’s coaching group during the ODI series in an unofficial role.
“Coaching has been on my radar over the last few years, and thankfully, some great opportunities have come my way,” Wade said.
“My international retirement and coaching has been a constant conversation with George (Bailey) and Andrew (McDonald) over the past six months,” he added.
CRICKET AUSTRALIA CEO LAUDS ‘WONDERFUL INTERNATIONAL CAREER’
Furthermore, Cricket Australia (CA) chief executive officer Nick Hockley lauds Wade’s “wonderful international career.”
Moreover, Hockley cited Wade’s “skill and versatility has made him an outstanding performer across all formats.”
“I’m delighted he will add to his massive contribution by coaching the next generation of stars,” he added.
Wade completed 36 Tests, 97 ODIs (One Day Internationals), and 92 T20Is (Twenty20 Internationals) for Australia between 2011 and 2024.
He was unbeaten 41 off 17 balls for Australi in their semifinal against Pakistan.
