Andre Russell announces international cricket retirement

Russell was thankful to have represented the West Indies and expressed his pride in donning the maroon jersey for more than a decade.

“Words cannot explain what it meant. To represent the West Indies has been one of the proudest achievements in my life," he told Cricket West Indies.

"When I was a kid, I did not expect to get to this level, but the more you start to play and get to love the sport, you realize what you can achieve.

"This inspired me to become better because I wanted to leave a mark in the maroon colours and become an inspiration to others."

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