Major Cricket Retirements in 2025: A Look at the Stars Leaving the Game
Cricket World Bids Farewell to Two Stars
In a significant turn of events for the cricket community, two well-known players have announced their retirement from international cricket. Glenn Maxwell, the Australian all-rounder, has decided to step away from One Day Internationals, while South Africa's Heinrich Klaasen has also confirmed his exit from the international scene. The year 2025 appears to be a pivotal one, witnessing the retirement of several high-profile cricketers. Notably, Indian legends Virat Kohli and former captain Rohit Sharma have also retired from Test cricket, marking the end of an era.
Top 10 Cricketers Retiring in 2025
| No. | Player Name | Country | Retired From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Virat Kohli | India | Test cricket |
| 2 | Martin Guptill | New Zealand | All formats |
| 3 | Tamim Iqbal | Bangladesh | All formats |
| 4 | Marcus Stoinis | Australia | ODIs |
| 5 | Dimuth Karunaratne | Sri Lanka | All formats |
| 6 | Steve Smith | Australia | ODIs |
| 7 | Mushfiqur Rahim | Bangladesh | ODIs |
| 8 | Heinrich Klaasen | South Africa | All formats |
| 9 | Rohit Sharma | India | Test cricket |
| 10 | Glenn Maxwell | Australia | ODIs |
Glenn Maxwell's ODI Journey
Maxwell's career in One Day Internationals showcases his exceptional batting skills, having accumulated 3,990 runs across 149 innings with a striking strike rate of 126.71. His highest score of 201 not out came during the 2023 World Cup against Afghanistan, a match where he played a crucial role in leading Australia to victory after a shaky start. Additionally, he has taken 77 wickets in his ODI career, maintaining an economy rate of 5.46, proving to be a valuable asset for the Australian team.
Heinrich Klaasen's International Contributions
Heinrich Klaasen has had a modest yet impactful international career. In Test cricket, he has scored 104 runs with an average of 13, with his last appearance being in March 2023 against the West Indies. In ODIs, Klaasen has participated in 60 matches, amassing 2,141 runs at an average of 44. His final ODI match took place in March 2025 at Gaddafi Stadium, where he scored 3 runs. In T20s, he has played 58 games, scoring 1,000 runs with an average of 23, with his last T20 performance against Pakistan in December 2024 yielding 8 runs.