Murtagh calls time
Tim Murtagh, who played 75 games for Ireland across formats, announced his decision to call time on his international career on Friday.
He finishes with an exact 100 international wickets. His last match for Ireland will remain the Test at Lord’s where he produced one of his most memorable spells, claiming 5/13 to help bundle England for 85.
“A Test match at Lord’s against England is a great way to finish my international career and a game I will always cherish,” Murtagh said. “I wish the lads all the best for the winter tours and very much hope to help out and be involved in some capacity in the future.”
He made his Ireland debut in 2012 and went on to become one of the team’s most reliable players. He missed playing the 2015 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup due to injury but played in three ICC Men’s T20 World Cups – in the 2012, 2014 and 2016 editions.
The 38-year-old Murtagh, who will continue to play county cricket for Middlesex at least for another two seasons, reflected on his time as an Ireland player. “I’ve had eight great years playing international cricket and loved every minute of it,” he said. “It’s sad that it has come to an end but a decision that I have made my peace with.” -- Icc
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