Proteas batter brings curtains down on international career

Left out of this year’s centrally-contracted list, South Africa batter Rassie van der Dussen on Thursday announced his international retirement without specifying any reasons but said he will remain available for his domestic side Lions.

The 37-year-old from Johannesburg, who hasn’t turned up in national colours since March last year, payed 18 Tests, 71 ODIs and 57 T20 Internationals after making his debut in 2018 as a 29-year-old.

“It is with a proud heart and a profound sense of gratitude that I announce my retirement from international cricket,” van der Dussen said in a statement on ‘X’.

To wear the Proteas jersey is a feat that demands a level of resilience and dedication that both tests, and rewards you in the most incredible way.