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Andre Russell Retires From T20I Cricket After Sabina Park Farewell Knock

Matthew Forde will fill Russell’s spot in the West Indies squad after Australia claimed a 2–0 series lead.

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Josh Inglis (L) of Australia and Andre Russell (R) of West Indies shake hands
Andre Russell waves to fans at his home ground in Kingston, Jamaica, after batting for the final time in international cricket against Australia on Tuesday
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Overview

  • Russell signed off with a lightning-quick 36 off 15 balls, including four sixes and two fours, to lift West Indies to 172 runs.
  • West Indies and Australia players lined up in a guard of honour to honour Russell before his final appearance.
  • Josh Inglis remained unbeaten on 78 and Cameron Green scored 56 as Australia chased down the target with 28 balls to spare.
  • Australia’s win gives them a 2–0 advantage in the five-match series, leaving West Indies under pressure for the remaining games.
  • Selectors have drafted all-rounder Matthew Forde for the final three T20Is as West Indies begin rebuilding after Russell and Nicholas Pooran retired.