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Andre Russell who was picked up in the 16-member West Indies squad for the series against Australia is set to retire from international cricket during the T20I series which is scheduled to begin on July 20. Russell couldnt be part of the squad for the England series late last year due to an injury. The 37-year-old big hitter is a two time world champion he has been part of the ICC Mens T20 World Cup winning squads in 2012 and 2016. Russell will play his last two matches on 20 and 22 July at his homeground in Sabina Park. Russell expressed his gratitude and pride at having worn the maroon jersey for more than a decade. Words cannot explain what it meant. To represent the West Indies has been one of the proudest achievements in my life he told Cricket West Indies. When I was a kid I did not expect to get to this level but the more you start to play and get to love the sport you realize what you can achieve. This inspired me to become better because I wanted to leave a mark in the maroon colours and become an inspiration to others. The two-time World Champion spoke about ending his career in front of the home crowd and expressed hope for a memorable farewell to the game. I love playing for the West Indies and I love playing at home in front of my family and friends where I get to showcase my talent and produce more high-quality performances. I want to finish my international career on a high while being a role model for the next generation of cricketers coming out of the Caribbean. said Russell The explosive all-rounder played only the shortest format of the game since 2019 making 84 appearances while taking 61 wickets and amassing 1078 runs. In domestic T20 leagues his natural talent was vital to winning championships and Russell was a major factor in many of those victories. Darren Sammy who was his teammate captain and current coach of West Indies lauded Russells hunger to perform and win for the country Andre has always been the consummate professional and a fierce competitor. Whether I was captaining him or now coaching him his hunger to perform and win for West Indies has never wavered. I wish him all the best on his next chapter and I hope he continues to inspire generations to come. Sammy said