George Worker, a 34 years old New Zealand cricketer, has announced his retirement from professional cricket. The left-handed batter, who has spent 17 years in the sport, is set to embark on a new adventure in the investment services sector with Forsyth Barr.
Worker’s impressive career spanned multiple formats, including ODIs, T20Is, and first-class cricket. He made his international debut in 2015 and went on to play 10 ODIs and 2 T20Is for New Zealand. His most notable performance came in a T20I match against Zimbabwe in 2015, where he scored 62 off 38 balls and was awarded the Player-of-the-Match award.
In addition to his international exploits, Worker was a prolific run-scorer in domestic cricket. He amassed 6721 runs in List A games, averaging 43.64 and striking at 79.85. He also represented Auckland Aces in the Ford Trophy and played a key role in their title win in the 2021-22 season.
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Worker’s leadership skills and experience will be deeply missed in the Auckland Aces environment. However, he is excited to begin his new chapter with Forsyth Barr which is an investment bank.
As he closes this chapter of his life to become investment bank employee, Worker expressed gratitude for the opportunities he had and the memories he created during his cricketing journey. He also acknowledged the friendships he forged along the way, which will last a lifetime.
The decision marks the end of an incredible chapter of Worker’s life, but he is eager to explore new challenges and opportunities in the investment services sector. His announcement serves as a reminder that even for professional athletes, there comes a time when it is necessary to move on and pursue new passions.
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Worker’s legacy will continue to be felt in the cricketing world, and he will undoubtedly remain an important part of the Auckland Cricket family. As he begins his new journey, fans will undoubtedly miss seeing him don the Auckland Aces jersey, but they will also be excited to see what the future holds for him.
