‘Ise itni jaldi kyu hai pahle test aab ODI’ - Fans react as Quanton De Kock to announce his retirement after ODI World Cup 2023

Quinton De Kock (Source-Twitter)

Quinton De Kock, the South African wicket-keeper batsman, has recently announced his decision to retire from One Day International (ODI) cricket after the 2023 World Cup. This news has sent shockwaves through the cricketing community, as De Kock is widely regarded as one of the best ODI players in the world.

De Kock's decision to retire from ODIs comes as a surprise to many, considering he is only 30 years old and still at the peak of his career. However, it seems that he wants to focus on other formats of the game and prolong his T20 career.

Throughout his ODI career, De Kock has been a consistent performer for South Africa. He has scored 5,966 runs in this format at an impressive average of over 44.86. His aggressive batting style and ability to score quick runs have made him a vital asset for his team. He previously announced his retirement from test cricket in 2021 December. 

South Africa's ODI World Cup squad announced

De Kock's retirement will undoubtedly leave a void in South Africa's ODI squad. His presence behind the stumps and ability to provide explosive starts at the top of the order will be sorely missed. However, this also presents an opportunity for young talents to step up and fill his shoes.

On Tuesday, September 5, South Africa unveiled the 15-member World Cup with no big surprises. In addition to De Kock, Kagiso Rabada, Anrich Nortje, Reeza Hendricks, and the injured pair of Keshav Maharaj and Sisanda Magala who have made a full recovery, Temba Bavuma will continue to captain the team. Janneman Malan, who averages 47.90 but lost his form following the India series in October of last year, is the unfortunate one to be left out.

South Africa ODI World Cup 2023 squad: Temba Bavuma (capt), Gerald Coetzee, Quinton de Kock, Reeza Hendricks, Marco Jansen, Heinrich Klaasen, Sisanda Magala, Keshav Maharaj, Aiden Markram, David Miller, Lungi Ngidi, Anrich Nortje, Kagiso Rabada, Tabraiz Shamsi, Rassie van der Dussen

Look how fans reacted:

He doesn't want to play tests and now also ODIs. What does he want to play then, only T20I and franchise cricket. The game is going in wrong direction.

— The Right Wing Guy (@meetbeniwal999) September 5, 2023

With this announcement, he will go into the world cup with a more free mind. This is a warning to the opposition that he will be absolutely lethal with his batting. An important player ⭐ to watch for. Good luck #DeKock

— Anupama Singh (@anupamaasingh) September 5, 2023

He is prominent player of South Africa 🌍

— 🇮🇳 𝑩𝒉𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒊 🇮🇳 (@Bhaaratmaataa) September 5, 2023

Nowadays, only money matters for players

— The Right Wing Guy (@meetbeniwal999) September 5, 2023

WTH! He's only 30 - Iss age me toh yaha kayi players ka international debut hota hai

— KhabriBhai (@RealKhabriBhai) September 5, 2023

Big worldcup loading for him .

— Stocks to buy / avoid (@Sarab75219750) September 5, 2023