Matthew Wade, a 38‑year‑old left‑handed wicketkeeper‑batsman, announced his complete retirement from cricket. He has been playing T20 and List A matches for the past two years after ending his international career in 2024.
Why it matters
Followers of Shaheen Shah Afridi may note Wade’s retirement because he was described as Afridi’s slayer, ending a player who impacted Afridi’s performances.
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- Matthew Wade announced his complete retirement from cricket.
- Wade is a 38‑year‑old left‑handed wicketkeeper‑batsman.
- He has been playing T20 and List A cricket for the last two years.
- He retired from international cricket in 2024.
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