George Worker Retires from International Cricket
New Zealand’s talented left-handed batsman George Worker has announced his retirement from international cricket at the age of 34. Worker, who played 10 ODIs and 2 T20Is for New Zealand, scored four half-centuries in his brief international career. Despite showing promise, his journey with the national team ended after just 12 matches.
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A New Career Path
George Worker decided to retire due to a lucrative job opportunity in a leading investment company. He shared that after a 17-year professional cricket career, it was time for him to explore a new chapter in his life. The worker began his domestic cricket journey with Central Districts and most recently played for Auckland. His professional career was marked by strong performances in domestic cricket, although he didn’t get many chances at the international level.
Impressive Domestic Record
George Worker made his debut in the 2007-08 season and quickly established himself in domestic cricket. Over his career, he played 126 first-class matches, amassing 6,400 runs with 11 centuries. In List A cricket, he scored 6,721 runs in 160 matches, including 18 centuries. In T20 cricket, Worker contributed 3,480 runs in 154 matches, including a century. His consistent performances in domestic cricket were a testament to his skill and dedication, despite not having an extended run in the national team.
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Memorable Moments
George Worker had some memorable moments in his career, including dismissing Virat Kohli in the Under-19 World Cup. He played a vital role in helping Auckland Aces win the Ford Trophy in the 2021-22 season. Although his international career was brief, Worker leaves the game with an impressive tally of over 16,000 runs and 30 centuries across formats.
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