West Indies star Chris Gayle hits century in final white-ball match for Jamaica

Sport360 staff 09:00 09/10/2018
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  • Gayle received a guard of honour on his final List A game for Jamaica. Image: ICC/Twitter.

    West Indies icon Chris Gayle ended his List A career for Jamaica with a century, leading his team to victory in the process.

    The 39-year-old had had announced that Jamaica’s match against Barbados in the Regional Super 50 at the Kensington Oval will be his last in white-ball cricket for the team.

    The left-hander smashed 122 from 114 balls before picking up a wicket to help his team defeat Barbados by 33 runs.

    In an emotional match in Bridgetown, regular captain Nikita Miller handed over the captaincy to Gayle. The opener went on to hit his 27th List A ton as Jamaica were bowled out for 226. In the chase, Barbados were dismissed for 193 with Gayle taking 1-31 with his off-spin.

    Gayle said he wants to play one four-day match for Jamaica before calling it a day.

    “It’s very pleasing to get a hundred in my last 50-over game for Jamaica, it’s something I will always cherish,” said Gayle.

    “To lead the team to a win makes it more special. It’s been a pleasure representing my country, more so captaining them. I’m thankful and grateful to be standing here aged 39 and still get a century in my last game for Jamaica.

    “There’s a lot in the tank to be honest, but there’s life after cricket, so have to enjoy life as well. Playing cricket for over 25 years has been a great achievement, but I have a family now. I have to gel with them as much as possible and watch your kid grow.

    “It’s possible that I’ll play a four-day game at Sabina Park. If possible, I will definitely play a four-day game. I don’t know when it starts but I’ll look into the schedule and make myself available.”

    Gayle received a guard of honour from both camps as he walked out to bat.

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