With a 15-year-long international cricket career, West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has announced his retirement from all formats, confirming that he will play his final two T20I matches for the national team against Australia at his home ground, Sabina Park in Jamaica, on July 20 and 22, 2025.
The 37-year-old Jamaican powerhouse, known for his explosive batting and impactful bowling, made the announcement shortly after being named in the squad for the five-match T20I series against Australia. Cricket West Indies confirmed that Russell’s inclusion was based on “performance merit,” recognising him as one of the most influential T20 players globally.
Andre Russell International Career Stats:
| Format | Matches | Runs | Strike Rate | 100s | 50s | Wickets | Bowl Avg | Best Bowl |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 1 | 2 | 28.57 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 104.00 | 1/104 |
| ODI | 56 | 1,034 | 130.22 | 0 | 4 | 70 | 32.72 | 4/35 |
| T20I | 84 | 1,078 | 163.08 | 0 | 3 | 61 | 29.75 | 3/19 |
Russell’s departure comes just two months after Nicholas Pooran’s retirement, marking a tough phase for West Indies cricket with only seven months left to the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Russell was pivotal in pushing the West Indies to win the 2012 and 2016 T20 World Cups, marking a major milestone for the nation in white-ball cricket.
West Indies T20I Squad vs Australia:
Shai Hope (Captain), Andre Russell, Shimron Hetmyer, Jason Holder, Akeal Hosein, Alzarri Joseph, Romario Shepherd, Evin Lewis, Brandon King, Rovman Powell, Gudakesh Motie, Sherfane Rutherford, Matthew Forde, Roston Chase, Jewel Andrew, Jediah Blades
Series Dates: July 20–28, 2025
- 1st & 2nd T20Is – Sabina Park, Jamaica (Russell’s farewell matches)
- Remaining 3 T20Is – Warner Park, St. Kitts
Russell’s legacy as a global T20 icon is cemented not just through his international exploits, but also via his domination across leagues—amassing 9,316 T20 runs and 485 wickets in 561 matches. He leaves a legacy behind, inviting young players to make a difference while wearing the maroon colour.
