Max Sorensen announces retirement from international cricket

Ireland's fast bowler Max Sorensen on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket, following a lenghty shoulder injury.

Ireland‘s fast bowler Max Sorensen on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket, following a lengthy shoulder injury, which has forced him to play as a batsman instead of being a regular fast bowler. Sorensen has played 13 One-Day Internationals (ODIs) and 26 Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is), where he has claimed 16 and 26 wickets, respectively. He has a brilliant First-Class record of claiming 28 wickets at the average of 20, while his best figures are five for 37 against Scotland. Sorensen’s last international tie for Ireland was back in June 2016. He was also a part of Ireland in the last edition of the ICC World T20 2016, while he also helped Ireland beat West Indies in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015. John Bracewell to step down as Ireland coach in December

“At this stage of my career, I feel I need to move on with my life. I realise the likelihood of me getting back into the set-up is unlikely, with my various injuries and fluctuating performances in the past year or so. It’s time for me to move forward and hang up the international boots. Once again, I want to thank all involved with Irish cricket for their help and support – it truly means a lot,” said Sorensen, as reported by ESPNCricinfo. Ireland may have to wait until 2019 for their maiden Test

His coach John Bracewell too praised his fruitful career. “He always exhibited professionalism and passion, as well as obvious skill. He was a fine role model to the younger players in the squad, and was a very popular figure in the dressing room. A tireless worker, never giving anything less than 100% effort, I wish him all the best in his future,” he said.

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