Van der Dussen calls time on international career

Rassie van der Dussen has officially retired from international cricket, ending a seven‑and‑a‑half‑year spell with the Proteas. The 37‑year‑old confirmed he will continue playing for the Lions while focusing on developing young South African talent. Van der Dussen debuted in 2018 in a T20I against Zimbabwe before quickly establishing himself in ODIs, opening with a composed 93 versus Pakistan. He became a central figure in the format, scoring 2657 runs in 71 matches at an average of 50.13, including six centuries and 17 fifties.

In T20Is, he amassed 1406 runs in 57 appearances, while his Test career featured 905 runs across 18 matches, highlighted by a gritty 98 at the Wanderers. His journey included World Cup campaigns in 2019 and 2023, plus a standout 133 against New Zealand. He also captained South Africa in T20Is, notably during the 2024 West Indies series, leaving behind a legacy of consistency and professionalism.