His profession took a major hit when he was dropped from England’s squad for the 2019 ODI World Cup. This choice got here after information emerged of a failed leisure medication check only a month earlier than the match. Because of this, he confronted a ban and spent practically three years in exile from worldwide cricket.
Nonetheless, Hales was given an opportunity for redemption when he was referred to as again to the England crew as a substitute for the injured Jonny Bairstow in the course of the 2022 T20 World Cup. England went on to win the match, and Hales performed a component of their success.
Regardless of his expertise as a batter, Hales’ profession was marked by controversies, and his off-field points appeared to have had an affect on his worldwide alternatives. Along with his retirement, he closes this chapter of his cricketing journey, abandoning a blended legacy in English cricket.
“I’ve determined to retire from worldwide cricket. It has been an absolute privilege to have represented my nation…,” Hales stated in a publish on Instagram.
Hales was additionally fined and suspended for his involvement in a nightclub altercation with teammate Ben Stokes in 2017.
“I’ve made some reminiscences and a few friendships to final a lifetime, and I really feel that now could be the precise time to maneuver on,” Hales added.
“All through my time in an England shirt, I’ve skilled a few of the highest highs in addition to a few of the lowest lows. It has been an unbelievable journey, and I really feel very content material that my final recreation for England was profitable a World Cup last.”
Hales, who performs for Nottinghamshire County, stated he’ll proceed to play franchise cricket.
(With Reuters inputs)
