Adil Rashid dismisses retirement rumors after accomplishing ODI milestone
Adil Rashid, England's seasoned spinner, has dismissed any rumors of retirement in the near future. This announcement comes after he became the first English spinner to take 200 wickets in One Day Internationals (ODIs). Despite England's struggle in the ongoing five-match ODI series against Australia, Rashid remains committed to his role on the team. Here are furtger details
England's white-ball team undergoes transition
Rashid and fast bowler Jofra Archer are the only members of England's victorious 2019 World Cup team to take part in the ongoing series. As the team undergoes a transformation, their experience becomes even more valuable. With captain Jos Buttler sidelined due to injury for the ongoing ODI series against Australia, Rashid is now the oldest player in this youthful squad by a margin of five years.
Rashid's ultimate aim: Contributing to wins, World Cups
Rashid, who will earn his 138th cap for England in Tuesday's match in Durham, has no intention of following fellow spinner Moeen Ali into retirement. He told BBC, "I have not thought about it [retirement] yet." The 36-year-old further added that his ultimate aim is to "keep playing, enjoy it, stay fit, bowl well and contribute to wins."
England's rebuilding phase and Rashid's confidence
Team England is currently in a rebuilding phase, following unsuccessful attempts to defend their white-ball world titles in the past 12 months. The team is now focusing on the Champions Trophy in February. Despite recent losses, including 10 defeats in their last 14 ODIs, Rashid remains confident about the squad's potential. He acknowledged that "it will always take time when it is a rebuilding process."
