Colin Munro was hoping to play T20 World Cup for New Zealand. Although he was discussed during the party selection, he remained a bratya in the end. So the 37-year-old opener has decided to retire from international cricket.
But Munro played the last international match in 2020! Even after that, he was discussed during the selection of the team. New Zealand head coach Gary Steed also confirmed that. But there was no room for the experienced left-handed batsman.
In the last four years, he was focused on franchise cricket all the time. Even after that, he was hopeful that he would be able to return after playing 123 matches for the Kiwis. Even after retiring now, he will continue to play franchise cricket.
“Playing for the Kiwis is my biggest achievement in my playing career,” Munro said of his retirement. I’ve never felt so proud playing in this jersey. And to be able to do that in 123 matches across all formats will always be a matter of pride for me.’
Despite not playing international cricket, Munro hoped to play franchise cricket in terms of form. He also said, ‘It has been a long time since I played in the national team. Even after that I did not give up hope of returning. I did that considering the franchise form. But after the announcement of the Black Caps T20 World Cup squad, now is the right time to close that chapter completely.’
Munro played one Test, 57 ODIs and 65 T20Is. However, he has proved himself the most in T20. There are three centuries. Among which the 47-ball century against the West Indies in 2018 is one of them. Which was a New Zealand record at the time. He scored a 14-ball half-century against Sri Lanka. Which is still the record for the fastest fifty by a Kiwi. Fourth overall in T20.
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