South Africa girls star Lizelle Lee introduced her retirement from international cricket on Friday (July 8). The main announcement got here forward of South Africa’s three-match ODI sequence in opposition to England, which is about to begin on July 11.
Notably, Lizlee made her international debut in 2013 within the T20I dwelling sequence in opposition to Bangladesh. She has represented South Africa in 2 Tests, 100 ODIs and 82 T20Is, the place the Ermelo-born has scored 42, 3315 and 1896 runs respectively.
Lizelle is the second highest run-getter for the Proteas, proper behind Mignon du Preez, and the seventeenth highest general in Women’s cricket. She has three centuries and 23 fifties to her identify within the 50-over format. When it involves the T20Is, she has smashed one century and 13 fifties.
Lizelle, who was named ICC Cricketer of the Year 2021, talked about that she would stay out there to play in international T20 leagues.
“It is with a lot of mixed emotions that I announce my retirement from international cricket. From a very young age, I have lived cricket and wanted to represent my country at the highest level. I feel that I am ready for the next phase in my career and will continue to play domestic T20 cricket around the world,” mentioned Lizelle in a press release.
“It has been an incredible journey, and it would not have been possible without everyone who has supported me during my international career. I want to thank my family, especially my wife, Tanja, for all the sacrifices they have made for me to live out my dream to represent my country.”
“Thank you to CSA, SACA and all stakeholders involved for the opportunities and support you afforded me to make my dreams of playing for the Proteas come true. My fellow Proteas teammates, thank you for the wonderful memories we have made together. You have made this journey incredible, and I could not have done this without you. I will always be supporting you; we will always be rising together.”
“Lastly, to my fans, I am the person I am because of the love and support you have given me throughout my international career. I look forward to continuing this journey with you in the different leagues around the world,” concluded Lizelle.