Scotland Fast Bowler Alasdair Evans Announces Retirement From International Cricket

On Tuesday, September 24, Alasdair Evans, the seamer from Scotland, confirmed that he will no longer play the international game. The last time the 35-year-old featured for the Scottish side was during an ICC Cricket World Cup Qualifier match versus Sri Lanka where he bagged a solitary wicket.

In 2009, Alasdair Evans made his debut in Aberdeen against Canada in an ODI match. Recalling that time, Alasdair remarked to Cricket Scotland:

“I remember when I made my debut in Aberdeen, I got a phone call one night from the Head coach Pete Steindl to join as cover as there’d been lots of injuries in the squad. I had never really thought growing up that I could be an international cricketer, so when that first call came, I thought it was a joke!”

“Then the day before the game Richie Berrington rolled his ankle and that was me playing. It was the best way for me – not time to think about it, I could just go out and try to enjoy it. It was a complete whirlwind,” he added.

The right-arm fast bowler represented his country in 42 ODIs, taking 58 wickets. He also played in 35 T20Is, where he secured 41 wickets.

“I have been so lucky” –Alasdair Evans thanks his teammates and coaches

The 35-year-old, in addition, thanked all the teammates, coaches, and staff for their support during his career. He remarked:

“I have been so lucky to work alongside some amazing people throughout my journey, including teammates, coaches, and staff, without whose support I would not have been able to have the most amazing fifteen years.”

“I want to thank every single one of them for the time and energy they have dedicated, not only to Scottish cricket but also to help support me, to allow me to make the most unforgettable memories,” he continued.

Alasdair was part of the bowling attack for Scotland in three World Cups; the 2015 ICC World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, the 2016 ICC T20 World Cup in India, and the 2021 ICC T20 World Cup in Oman and the UAE.

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