His profession took a major hit when he was dropped from England’s squad for the 2019 ODI World Cup. This determination got here after information emerged of a failed leisure medication take a look at only a month earlier than the match. In consequence, he confronted a ban and spent almost three years in exile from worldwide cricket.
Nevertheless, Hales was given an opportunity for redemption when he was known as again to the England group as a substitute for the injured Jonny Bairstow throughout 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 influence on his worldwide alternatives. Along with his retirement, he closes this chapter of his cricketing journey, forsaking 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 put up 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 recollections 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 number of the highest highs in addition to a number of the lowest lows. It has been an unbelievable journey, and I really feel very content material that my final sport for England was profitable a World Cup ultimate.”
Hales, who performs for Nottinghamshire County, stated he’ll proceed to play franchise cricket.
(With Reuters inputs)
