We’re leaving one of many greats behind: Tom Latham on Tim Southee’s retirement

New Zealand captain Tom Latham shared a particular message for Tim Southee because the veteran bowler bid adieu to red-ball cricket. Latham paid tribute to Southee and stated that the group is forsaking one of many greats of the sport. Latham referred to as Southee a ‘nice group man’ and praised him for his illustrious profession. The New Zealand group gave an ideal send-off to Southee with an emphatic 423-run victory over England within the third Check in Hamilton on Tuesday.

“Wickets, runs, and sixes converse for themselves however the legacy Timmy is leaving can be a satisfying one for him. The individual he’s, we’ll miss his attributes on the sphere. An incredible group man. The blokes love enjoying with him. It has been so lengthy, 17 years, half his life. We’re actually leaving one of many greats behind, however I am certain he has a vivid future forward of him, no matter that could be, and I would prefer to congratulate him,” Latham advised the media.

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Southee bids farewell to Check cricket

Southee indicated his retirement from the longest format of the gae earlier than the beginning of the 3-match Check sequence vs England. The star bowler capped off his Check profession with 107 matches and 391 wickets with 15 five-wicket hauls. He indicators off because the second-highest wicket-taker for New Zealand, subsequent solely to Richard Hadlee’s 431.

Southee ended his Check profession with 98 sixes, the joint-fourth highest within the historical past of the format. His 98 sixes are by far probably the most for any participant whereas batting at No. 8 or decrease.

In the meantime, Southee, who performed rugby as a college child, hinted at rekindling his love affair with the game, which is among the many hottest in New Zealand. With Southee’s retirement, New Zealand will miss their Huge Three as Neil Wagner and Trent Boult are additionally not enjoying Check cricket for the BlackCaps.