Islamabad, July 17, 2025: Andre Russell retires from international cricket after 15 years, leaving behind a legacy as one of West Indies most iconic all-rounders.
Andre Russell, a world class seam-bowling all-rounder from Jamaica, started his career at 19 and earned his Test debut at 22. He is best known as a T20 icon, recognized globally and in high demand across cricket leagues around the world. Russell’s extraordinary talent had long been clear in domestic T20 cricket, shining especially bright during the 2013 Caribbean Premier League when he played a key role in leading the Jamaica Tallawahs to the title.
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In 2015, Andre Russell was charged for missing three drug tests, a violation treated like a failed one. Found guilty of breaching the whereabouts rule, he received a 1-year suspension in 2017 an unfortunate setback during his prime.
Andre Russell has officially announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a 15-year career with the West Indies. While his appearances had grown rare in recent years, he remained a dominant force in global T20 leagues. Having 84 T20Is, 56 ODIs and a Test to his name, Russell was a power house all-rounder whose impact on the shortest format is unmatched.
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Andre Russell steps away from the maroon jersey but his influence on the game continues through his exciting presence in squad cricket worldwide.
From his debut as a young pace bowling all-rounder to becoming one of T20 cricket’s most feared finishers, Russell’s path has been nothing but remarkable. He brought match winning firepower with both bat and ball, carving out a legacy that goes far beyond Caribbean shores.
