Easterns all-rounder Divan Posthumus has retired from professional cricket.
Posthumus debuted in 2021 – and collected 19 first-class, 15 List A and eight T20 caps for Easterns.
His final professional fixture was against Northern Cape in the 4-Day Domestic Series, division two, in January 2025.
“I have decided to retire from professional cricket,” the 30-year-old Posthumus told Club Cricket SA.
“I have always had a strong desire to make sure that, one day, when I start a family and get married, that I am capable of taking care of them. My desire to do that is more than my own personal interests. That is my number one priority.
“Carrying a few injuries the last two years made the decision a bit easier. I have started to struggle more and more and was not able to give a 120 percent as I always wanted to.
“I have a couple of things that might possibly pop up, but nothing set in stone yet. As of now, I am enjoying my time in the countryside in Northern Ireland and I am just going to enjoy playing cricket over here for a bit.”
Divan Posthumus.
Posthumus scored a maiden first-class century against Mpumalanga in December 2024. That 118 in Benoni was his first and only first-class century.
“Scoring a first-class century was definitely a highlight. I always wanted to achieve that and always wanted to be considered as an all-rounder. I wanted to take five-fors and make and impact wherever I went. I lived for the tough, difficult moments. I will miss those specifically,” he added.
“It’s time to move on, though, and I am looking forward to the next chapter. I thank Easterns and the coaches who saw something in me and backed me to live this dream. I will always be extremely grateful for the opportunity to represent this union.”