Sachin Tendulkar Reacts on K. Pollard Leaving International Cricket

Taking to social media on Wednesday, West Indies captain Kieron Pollard has announced his retirement from international cricket.

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In the IPL 2022, Kiran Kieron Pollard is playing for Mumbai Indians and joined the team in 2010.

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Sharing a photo of the Windies all-rounder, batting legend Sachin Tendulkar called Kieron Pollard a “fighter” and a “challenger”.

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Pollard wrote on Instagram, "After careful deliberation, I've today decided to retire from international cricket."

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Pollard also added that captaining West Indies is "the highest honour bestowed" on him.

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The West Indies cricketer played 123 ODIs after making his debut in the 2007 World Cup, scoring 2706 runs at an average of 26.01.

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