"I guess I will have to find another source of joy now"

Former South African pacer Dale Steyn has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket with immediate effect. With the number of injuries he has had in the past two years coupled with the pandemic times, this decision was always on the cards. Announcing his decision to retire from cricket on Tuesday (Aug 31), Steyn stated "bittersweet but grateful".

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For the record, Steyn is the highest wicket-taker for South Africa in Tests (439) and T20Is (64). Moreover, he had held the no. 1 position in the Bowling rankings in Tests from July 2009 to December 2013 and also reclaimed the same in 2014! He is undoubtedly one of the greats of the game. This is how the cricketing fraternity has responded after announcing his retirement.

The Best. ❤️

— James Anderson (@jimmy9) August 31, 2021

 

35 bowlers have taken 300+ Test wickets. No one among them has a better strike-rate than Dale Steyn (42.3). That's a wicket after every 7 overs. The greatest bowler of this generation has called it a day. Thanks for making us love cricket and happy retirement, @DaleSteyn62

— Mazher Arshad (@MazherArshad) August 31, 2021

 

Last of the great fast bowlers of my era @DaleSteyn62 bids goodbye to the sport. Always a treat to watch. Great athlete. Good luck for future endeavors. pic.twitter.com/IwFEaCA2jC

— Shoaib Akhtar (@shoaib100mph) August 31, 2021

 

Congrats on a remarkable career. Set the standard for fast bowlers world round to follow for 20 years. No better competitor to watch in full flight, enjoy retirement mate!🏄‍♂️All time great

— Pat Cummins (@patcummins30) August 31, 2021

 

It’s been a pleasure to play alongside the 🐐. All the best for your future! @DaleSteyn62 pic.twitter.com/FewWkt5OvQ

— Kagiso Rabada (@KagisoRabada25) August 31, 2021

 

I guess I’ll have to find another source of joy now! Congrats on an amazing career @DaleSteyn62 . Champion cricketer and champion bloke. Enjoy retirement 🏄‍♂️🎣 https://t.co/qhUYiJZAS6

— Jimmy Neesham (@JimmyNeesh) August 31, 2021

 

One of the greats of our game @DaleSteyn62. Wish you well. https://t.co/8GxYYukm9b

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) August 31, 2021

 

Happy retirement @DaleSteyn62 Outstanding career and achievements. Best wishes in your second innings. #Legend

— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) August 31, 2021

 

“Bitter sweet” is the right way to sum up a great fast bowler’s career,@DaleSteyn62 . We have witnessed a fierce bowler in you, whose bowling feats will inspire the future generations. Congratulations on a wonderful career buddy and best wishes for whatever you do in future.

— Wasim Akram (@wasimakramlive) August 31, 2021

 

👏respect https://t.co/Iy0WllUoRG

— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) August 31, 2021