The cricket world, known for its constant evolution, has seen a drastic shift in a month. Over the past month, six notable players have chosen to conclude their careers on the global stage.

From legendary batsmen to powerful all-rounders, these departures mark a significant moment in the history of cricket. These aren't just names; they are players who have shaped matches and won the hearts of millions.

Explore the list of 6 cricketers who announced their retirements since last month.

1. Rohit Sharma (Test retirement) | May 7, 2025

Rohit Sharma is one among the 6 crickters who announced their retirements since last month | sportzpoint.com — Rohit Sharma celebrating his first century as an opener in tests in 2019. Image | Daily Excelsior

On May 7, 2025, Rohit Sharma announced his retirement from Test cricket, marking the end of his remarkable journey as a batsman, as well as India's captain in tests. His test career lasted for 12 years since his debut in 2013.

Sharma transformed himself into a brilliant test opener in the latter half of his career. One of his defining moments in Test cricket arrived in 2019 against South Africa, where he hammered a majestic 212 runs as an opener, showcasing his ability to wear down opposition attacks.

He is the fifth-most successful Test captain for India, leading to 12 Test victories.

Rohit Sharma's stats in tests:

Span	Innings	Runs	Avg	SR	HS	50	100
2013-2024	116	4302	40.6	57.1	212	18	12

2. Virat Kohli (Test retirement) | May 12, 2025

Virat Kohli is among the 6 crickters who announced their retirements since last month | sportzpoint.com — Virat Kohli celebrating his century against WI in 2023. Image | Instagram

Following Rohit's retirement, India lost the era's most dominant force in test cricket. The announcement of Virat Kohli's test retirement on May 12, 2025, resonated globally, leaving everyone shocked and upset.

Kohli approached the test format with a fierce competitive spirit and hunger for runs. His dedication and skill set in this format saw him notch 7 double centuries in his test career. He also became the most successful test captain of India during the 8 years (Dec 2014-Jan 2022) of his captaincy tenure, leading to 40 wins.

This decision of Kohli to step away from tests also brought the interests of Indian fans in tests in question. This retirement indeed marked the end of an era.

Virat Kohli's stats in tests:

Span	Innings	Runs	Avg	SR	HS	50	100
2011-2025	210	9230	46.85	55.57	254*	3	30

3. Angelo Mathews (Test retirement) | May 23, 2025

Angelo Mathews is among the 6 crickters who announced their retirements since last month | sportzpoint.com — Angelo Mathews in tests. Image | Mint

Sri Lanka's enduring test pillar, Angelo Mathews, concluded his test career on May 23, 2025. He left behind a legacy of resilience and crucial performances as an all-rounder.

Mathews possessed the ability to adapt his game and accelerate when required. His unbeaten 200 runs against Zimbabwe in 2020 stand out as one of his vital contributions. He also took a total of 33 wickets in tests.

He led Sri Lanka in 34 matches as a captain and won 13 among them.

Angelo Mathews' stats in tests:

Span	Innings	Runs	Avg	SR	HS	50	100
2009-2025	210	8167	44.62	48.45	200*	45	16

4. Glenn Maxwell (ODIs Retirement) | June 2, 2025

Glenn Maxwell is among the 6 crickters who announced their retirements since last month | sportzpoint.com — Glen Maxwell celebrating his 201* against Afghanistan in 2023 ODI World Cup. Image | Pinterest

Australia's one of the most captivating hitters and match-winners, Glenn Maxwell, announced retirement from ODIs on June 2, 2025. Known for his explosive strokeplay and ability to turn the game around, he had an amazing ODI career.

Maxwell's career has many moments to highlight, but nothing can match his astonishing 201* runs against Afghanistan in the 2023 Cricket World Cup. Coming back with a back injury, this innings was a masterclass in aggressive and controlled batting.

He snatched victory from the jaws of defeat, which goes down in the history of ODI cricket.

Glenn Maxwell's stats in ODIs:

Span

Innings

Runs

Wickets

Avg

SR

HS

50

100

2012-2025

136

3990

77

(in 119 innings)

33.81

126.70

201*

23

4

5. Heinrich Klaasen (International retirement) | June 2, 2025

Heinrich Klaasen is among the 6 crickters who announced their retirements since last month | sportzpoint.com — Heinrich Klaasen celebrating his 109 off 67 balls against England in 2023 World Cup. Image| TOI

On June 2, 2025, Heinrich Klaasen announced his international retirement, which marked the end of a relatively short yet impactful career as a destructive batsman in white-ball cricket.

Since his international debut for South Africa in 2018, he has been a hard-hitter of the ball and has become one of the most feared finishers in limited-overs formats. His phenomenal 174 runs off just 83 balls against Australia in an ODI in 2023 stands as a testament to his raw hitting power and ability.

Heinrich Klaasen's international stats (2018-2025)

Format	Innings	Runs	Avg	SR	HS	50	100
T20Is	53	1000	23.25	141.84	81	5	0
ODIs	56	2141	43.69	117.05	174	11	4
Tests	8	104	13.00	45.21	35	0	0

6. Nicholas Pooran (International retirement) | June 10, 2025

Nicholas Pooran is among the 6 crickters who announced their retirements since last month | sportzpoint.com — Nicholas Pooran celebrating his knock of 113 runs against Sri Lanka in 2019 World Cup. Image | BBC

The West Indies batter, Nicholas Pooran, announced his international retirement on June 10, 2025, at the age of just 29. This marked one of the earliest retirements for a high-profile West Indies player.

As a left-hander wicket-keeper batsman, Pooran quickly established himself as an electrifying hitter in white-ball cricket. He brought an aggressive approach to the crease, with the potential to turn the game in his favour.

He has done exceptionally well in his short-lived international career. His 98 runs off 53 balls against Afghanistan in the 2024 T20 World Cup perfectly tell the story of his talent.

Nicholas Pooran's international stats (2016-2025):

Format	Innings	Runs	Avg	SR	HS	50	100
T20Is	97	2275	26.14	136.39	98	13	0
ODIs	58	1983	39.66	99.15	118	11	3

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