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Proteas’ Klaasen Wanted to Play Until 2027, but then...
- Heinrich Klaasen, a 33-year-old South African wicketkeeper-batsman, announced his retirement from international white-ball cricket in June 2025.
- Klaasen had planned to play until the 2027 ODI World Cup, but Rob Walter's resignation as white-ball coach and stalled contract talks with Cricket South Africa influenced his decision.
- He played 102 international matches across formats since his 2018 debut, scoring four ODI centuries and featuring in major events such as the 2025 Champions Trophy semifinal and the T20 World Cup final.
- Klaasen expressed that he was uneasy with the situation and not finding much enjoyment, describing the decision to retire as very challenging, yet one he made with complete peace of mind.
- Following his departure, Klaasen is expected to focus on franchise T20 leagues like the IPL, SA20, The Hundred, and MLC, while prioritizing more time with his family.
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