Former Nepal captain Gyanendra Malla retires from worldwide cricket
Former Nepal captain Gyanendra Malla has introduced his retirement from worldwide cricket. Malla, 32, performed 37 ODIs and 45 T20Is in his profession.
Malla scored 876 runs in ODIs, with seven half-centuries. His knock of 75 against Namibia in 2022 stays his highest rating within the format.
“With a heavy but deeply grateful heart, I feel it is now the right time to announce my leave from International Cricket,” Malla tweeted. “This sacred game, that has been the essence of my existence – from playing locally to playing at the National level – has taught me invaluable lessons about life, determination, and the power of unity. With every stride on the pitch, I felt the pride of representing my country, donning the cherished colors that symbolized a nation’s hopes and dreams.
“To my teammates, thanks for being extra than simply colleagues; you turned my household, and collectively we cast an unbreakable bond. To my coaches and help employees, your steering and perception in me have been instrumental in shaping my profession. And to my supporters, your cheers echoed in my coronary heart, fueling my spirit on the sphere. Through the highs and lows, your unwavering help held me regular.
“This isn’t a farewell; it’s a new chapter in my journey. A journey where I will continue to be a staunch supporter of the sport, a witness to its evolution, and a proud flag-bearer of the country I love dearly.”
Malla led Nepal in ten ODIs, out of which they gained six. In T20Is, the workforce gained 9 of the 12 matches beneath him.
During his profession, Malla was a part of some memorable moments in Nepal’s cricketing historical past. He performed an necessary hand in Nepal’s 80-run win against Hong Kong of their opening match on the 2014 T20 World Cup. He was additionally the primary to attain an ODI half-century for Nepal, doing so in opposition to Netherlands in 2018 within the team’s maiden 50-over appearance.
Malla represented Nepal in two Under-19 World Cups, in 2006 and 2008. In the 2006 version, he scored 46 within the Plate semi-final as Nepal shocked South Africa by two runs. Two days later, Nepal beat New Zealand by one wicket in the Plate final.