New Delhi: Moeen Ali, England’s renowned all-rounder, has officially announced his retirement from international cricket. The 37-year-old cricketer, who was not selected for the upcoming series against Australia, shared the news in an interview with Daily Mail. Moeen mentioned, “I have played a lot of cricket for England. Now, it is time for the next generation to get their opportunity. I have done my job.”
Moeen made his debut for England in 2014 and, over his decade-long career, became a vital player in all formats. His contributions have been significant, especially in Test cricket where he scored 3,094 runs with 15 fifties and 5 centuries. He also took 204 wickets, showcasing his talent both with the bat and ball.
Impact on Limited-Overs Formats
In addition to his success in Test matches, Moeen Ali played a key role in England’s limited-overs teams. He scored 2,355 runs in One-Day Internationals (ODIs), including 3 centuries and 6 fifties, while also taking 111 wickets. In T20 Internationals, he contributed 1,229 runs with 7 fifties and bagged 51 wickets. His consistent performances in both formats cemented his place as a valuable all-rounder for England.
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Rivalry with Virat Kohli
Moeen’s rivalry with Indian cricket star Virat Kohli was notable throughout his career. He managed to dismiss Kohli 10 times across all formats—6 times in Test cricket, 3 times in ODIs, and once in T20s. This added an interesting dimension to their encounters, especially since Moeen and Kohli were also teammates during their time with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
With his retirement, Moeen Ali leaves behind an impressive legacy in English cricket, having contributed greatly to his team’s success in all formats. The cricket world now looks to see what the future holds for this talented all-rounder.
