Peter Moor Announces Retirement from International Cricket at 34
Peter Moor, the opening batsman for the Ireland cricket team, has announced his retirement from international cricket at the age of 34. With a career spanning multiple formats, Moor played a total of 85 matches. Notably, he transitioned from representing Zimbabwe to making his debut for Ireland after obtaining an Irish passport. His journey reflects a unique blend of experiences in international cricket, culminating in his final match against the same nation where he began his career. Read on to explore the highlights of Moor's cricket journey and his contributions to the sport.
| Jul 11, 2025, 15:03 IST
Peter Moor's Retirement Announcement
Peter Moor, the opening batsman for the Ireland cricket team, has announced his retirement from international cricket at the age of 34. Throughout his international career, he participated in a total of 85 matches across all formats. Notably, Moor did not make his international debut for Ireland, as he only played in the Test format for the team.
Final Match and Background
Interestingly, Moor played his last international match against the same country where he made his debut. Born on February 2, 1991, in Harare, Zimbabwe, he has represented two nations in international cricket.
Career Highlights
Peter Moor made his international debut on November 26, 2014, playing for Zimbabwe against Bangladesh. He later debuted in Test and T20 formats for Zimbabwe in 2016.
Transition to Ireland
In 2019, he was appointed as the vice-captain of the Zimbabwe team, but his career took a significant turn after he received an Irish passport. Moor secured a spot on the Ireland cricket team and made his international debut for Ireland at the age of 32 in Dhaka in 2023.