Neil Wagner, who was instrumental in New Zealand’s triumph in the 2019 World Test Championship final, departs as the team’s fifth-highest Test wicket-taker of all time.
The bowler Neil Wagner of New Zealand has announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket after not being selected for the Kiwi Test team for the forthcoming two-match series against Australia that begins on Thursday.
At a news conference held at Basin Rivers in Wellington, ESPNCricinfo reports that left-handed bowler Wagner declared his retirement from international cricket after receiving word that he had been left out of the Test team by New Zealand coach Gary Stead.
“It’s been an emotional week,” Wagener stated at the press conference, announcing his retirement. It’s not easy to leave something you’ve invested so much in and benefited from so much, but it’s time for others to take the lead and move this team forward. Playing Test cricket for the Black Caps has been an absolute pleasure, and I’m proud of all our team has accomplished. What I will treasure most from my work are the connections and ties I’ve formed, and I want to express my gratitude to everyone who has helped me get to where I am now.”
“I hope that’s the legacy I leave behind. My teammates have always meant the world to me, and all I’ve ever wanted to do was what was best for the team. I want to express my gratitude to my wife Lana for supporting me in becoming the man I am today and for helping to bring our son Josh, as well as our two young kids Olivia and Zahli, into the world. Wagner continued, “I’m excited for the boys’ last week of camp and will be doing everything in my power to help them get ready and be supported.”
“Neil’s numbers are phenomenal, but I don’t think we can underestimate his contributions to the team when the chips were down and he found a way to create a wicket,” New Zealand bowler Gary Stead stated in response to Wagner’s retirement. He will always be known for his lion-hearted personality. His precision, execution, and determination have been crucial to many of our great Test triumphs.”
Sensational It’s time to move on, according to Neil Wagner
Although Wagner acknowledged that it was not an easy choice to retire, it was evident that the time had come to move on.
Wagner remarked, “It’s been an emotional week.” “It’s difficult to leave something you’ve invested so much in and benefited from so much, but it’s time for others to take the lead and move this team forward.
“Playing Test cricket for the BLACKCAPS has been an absolute pleasure, and I’m proud of all our team has accomplished. What I will treasure most from my work are the connections and ties I’ve formed, and I want to express my gratitude to everyone who has helped me get to where I am now. I hope that’s the legacy I leave behind. My teammates have always meant the world to me, and all I’ve ever wanted to do was what was best for the team.”
FAQ…
Is Neil Wagner retired?
After being informed that he would not be selected for the forthcoming two-Test series against Australia that begins on Thursday, Neil Wagner declared his immediate retirement from international cricket.
Why did Neil Wagner leave South Africa?
Neil Wagner: The chord that connected me to SA had to be severed.
“And I’ve learned that I had to cut the cord connecting me to South Africa if I wanted to realise my potential and contribute to helping New Zealand win cricket matches.” Wagner gave his explanation for leaving his native nation. “I never thought I could compete in the Titans, much less the Proteas,
Who is Wagner in English cricket?
Neil Wagner is an unstoppable left-arm seamer who was recruited from South Africa and is currently playing English county cricket in New Zealand. Wagner’s strength is his ability to swing the ball and his persistent mentality, even if he doesn’t have express pace.
Which South African player recently announced retirement?
Dean Elgar, the opener for South Africa, declared today that he will step out from international cricket following the Test series against India.
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