Proteas Women’s cricketer Mignon du Preez retired from ODI and Test cricket with immediate effect this week.
Du Preez played in the recent Women’s World Cup in New Zealand. She will remain available for T20I selection.
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‘SA women’s cricket in healthy state’
“I’ve been wonderfully fortunate to play in four ODI World Cups. These have been some of my most treasured memories in life. I would, however, love to prioritise time with my family and hopefully start a family of my own soon,” said du Preez.
“I feel the time is right to announce my retirement from the longer format of the game and focus my attention on T20 cricket going forward. Thus, I decided to retire from ODI cricket at the completion of our recent World Cup in New Zealand.
“I feel South African women’s cricket is in a very healthy state and the time is right to step away and allow the next generation of exciting cricketers to continue to grow this beautiful game of ours.
“I am extremely grateful for the honour to have represented my country and to have captained my country at the highest level.”
‘Modern pioneer of women’s cricket’
Du Preez debuted in international cricket in 2007. She collected 154 ODI caps in 15 years – and made one Test appearance in 2016.
“Mignon is a champion of women’s cricket in South Africa and the world at large. A true example for any young girl who wants to take up the sport; that anything is possible through dedication, determination, and ever-lasting inquisitiveness to your craft while maintaining kindness and humility,” added Cricket South Africa chief executive officer Pholetsi Moseki.
“Although CSA is saddened by her departure from the longer formats of the game after more than 150 caps and 3000 runs, we will take solace from the legacy she leaves behind and await with pleasure to witness how she will continue contributing to the game she holds so dear to her heart.
“CSA would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Mignon for her undying commitment over the last 15 years and counting. Her displays on the field along with how she’s carried herself off it are indicative of why she’ll always be remembered as one of the modern pioneers of women’s cricket.”