Imran Tahir to retire from ODIs after World Cup

South Africa spinner Imran Tahir has announced that the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup would mark his final appearance in One-Day Internationals. The 39-year-old legspinner confirmed the development on Monday (March 4), stating that he wishes to make way for the next generation of South Africa’s spinners in the 50-over format.
Tahir, who stated his intention to continue in T20 Internationals at least until the 2020 T20 World Cup, is currently contracted to Cricket South Africa until July 31 and will reassess his freelance future following the tournament.
“I have always wanted to play in the World Cup,” Tahir said. “It would be a great achievement for me to play for this great team. I have a mutual understanding with Cricket South Africa and going forward I decided that I would finish at the World Cup, that is why I am contracted until then.”
“After that, Cricket South Africa has allowed me to go and play around the world in various leagues but I would also love to play T20 cricket for South Africa.