Alex Hales, the hero of England’s ICC T20 World Cup 2022 triumph bid farewell to international cricket on Friday, August 4. The 34-year-old cricketer, who represented England in 156 matches across formats, expressed his happiness in concluding his international career with the T20 World Cup final and revealed his plan to continue playing for Nottingham.
Post-retirement, Hales intends to participate in various T20 leagues worldwide, turning up for different franchises. Having made his international debut in a T20I against India on August 31, 2011, he went on to play 11 Tests, 70 ODIs, and 75 T20Is, amassing a total of 5066 runs. During the T20 World Cup 2022, Hales showcased remarkable performance, accumulating 212 runs at an average of 42.40 and an impressive strike rate of 147.22, including two half-centuries.
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Acknowledging Hales’ contribution, England’s opening batter was hailed as one of the finest openers to have represented the country. His match-winning performances have been instrumental in many victories for the team. His journey faced challenges, including a ban from international cricket in 2019 due to drug use, but he made a successful comeback to the English team ahead of the T20 World Cup 2022 and ended his career on a high note by winning the final.
In an emotional statement on his Instagram account, Hales expressed his gratitude to those who supported him throughout his England journey and shared his excitement to continue playing for Nottingham and exploring opportunities in franchise cricket around the world.
During his time in an England shirt, Hales experienced both highs and lows, making cherished memories and lasting friendships. He feels content that his last game for England was a victorious moment in the T20 World Cup final.
In his international career, Alex Hales played 11 Tests, accumulating 573 runs with 5 half-centuries. He featured in 70 ODIs, amassing 2419 runs at an average of 37.8, including 6 centuries and 14 half-centuries. In the 75 T20Is, he scored 2074 runs at a strike rate of 138.36, comprising 1 century and 12 half-centuries.
