New Zealand all-rounder Amy Satterthwaite has announced her retirement from international cricket after being informed by New Zealand Cricket (NZC) that she would not receive a central contract for the 2022\/23 season.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Satterthwaite, New Zealand's most capped women's ODI player, also served as a full-time captain of the side in 2018 and 2019. She made her international debut in 2007 and went on to represent New Zealand in 111 T20Is and 145 ODIs.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In ODIs, Satterthwaite amassed 4,639 runs at an average of 38.33, becoming New Zealand's second-highest scorer behind opener Suzie Bates, including seven centuries, four of which came in consecutive innings during the 2016\/17 season, equalling the world record alongside Sri Lanka men's batting legend Kumar Sangakkara.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
She also picked 50 wickets with her off-spin in the 50-over format. In T20Is, Satterthwaite had a modest record, making 1,784 runs at an average of 21.49, including a half-century while picking 26 wickets.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"It is with a degree of sadness that I announce my retirement from international cricket. It has been a tough few days after learning of NZC's decision to head in a new direction and contract some younger cricketers," said Satterthwaite on her abrupt ending to her 15-year international career.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"I am disappointed not to be receiving a contract and believe I still had more to offer, however, I respect NZC's decision and I wish the WHITE FERNS all the best as they embark on an exciting winter of cricket, including the Commonwealth Games. I'll be supporting them all the way," added the left-handed batter.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Satterthwaite will continue to play domestic cricket for Canterbury Magicians apart from a contract in the Hundred with Manchester Originals in August. She took a break from international cricket in 2019 for giving birth to her daughter Grace and returned to cricketing action nine months after childbirth in September 2020.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"Most importantly I want to thank my family: Mum, Dad, Lea, and Grace, for their unconditional support throughout. Without them, it simply wouldn't have been possible. To all my teammates past and present, coaches and support staff, I appreciate everything you've done to help me as a cricketer and make my time with the WHITE FERNS special."<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"I'm immensely proud of my journey with the WHITE FERNS and especially taking the time away to give birth to our daughter, Grace, before returning to play international cricket. I didn't know if I would ever make it back to the top level and I hope my story can inspire other mums and mums-to-be that it is possible to follow your career dreams and start a family."<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Bryan Stronach, NZC's general manager of high performance, lauded Satterthwaite's achievements but explained that the contracts list to be out on Friday will see more youngsters being handed contracts with a focus on T20I cricket.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"Amy will be remembered as one of our best cricketers; her record is outstanding, and she can feel really proud about what she has achieved - not just for herself and the team, but also for all the players she has inspired and enabled."<\/p>\r\n\r\n
"Essentially, we're looking to the future and want to give some younger cricketers a chance to develop their skills surrounded by our high-performance systems. We also considered the immediate playing programme and next pinnacle events - both heavily weighted towards T20I cricket."<\/p>\r\n\r\n