30 -year -old all -rounder suddenly announced retirement, fans got shocked before Asia Cup 2025!

Prior to the Asia Cup 2025 (Asia Cup 2025), the player who has given a shock to the fans is actually the all -rounder of the New Zealand Women’s Cricket Team, Thamsyn Newton, who has announced retired from all formats of cricket.

Thus his 14 -year career came to an end, including 10 ODIs and 15 T20 Internationals. She was part of the 2016 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup team, where the New Zealand lost to the final champions Westindies in the semi -finals and missed the final.

Key things of international career

Medium -speed all -rounder Newton took 11 wickets in his 10 ODIs, including five wickets against Pakistan in 2016. In T20 Internationals, he took nine wickets in 15 matches, with his best performance 3/9.

Newton’s decision to retire in this way is a shock for fans including the New Zealand women’s cricket team, because no one had an idea of retiring in this way.

Domestic success in New Zealand Cricket

In domestic cricket, Newton had remarkable success, winning Heliberton Johnstone Shield once with Cantorbury and Wellington. He also won the Super Smash title four times with Wellington, making an impressive heritage in the domestic circuit in New Zealand.

Newton, known for his disciplined bowling and high pressure, was a reliable player, known for his ability to perform well. His experience proved to be important at both international and domestic levels, which also won the team.

Saying goodbye to professional cricket, Newton expressed gratitude for the continuous support of teammates, coaches and fans of the team. He indicated to be associated with sports through coaching and guidance, which aims to inspire women cricketers.