Heinrich Klaasen Announces Retirement from International Cricket

South Africa Power Hitter SRH star batter Heinrich Klaasen announced his retirement from International Cricket via Instagram post

South African wicketkeeper-batter Heinrich Klaasen has officially announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to a dynamic and impactful career. The 33-year-old made the announcement via social media on June 2, 2025, stating that the decision was driven by a desire to spend more time with his family 

“It is a sad day for me as I announce that I have decided to step away from international cricket,” Klaasen wrote. “It took me a long time to decide what’s best for me and my family for the future.”

Heinrich Klaasen Career Overview

Klaasen was known for his aggressive batting style, especially in white-ball formats, and his ability to turn games around with explosive innings. He was a key figure in South Africa’s middle order and played a vital role in several memorable victories. The batter had an outstanding IPL season earlier with Sunrisers Hyderabad scoring 487 runs with 172 strike rate including a century.

Here’s a snapshot of his international career:

Heinrich Klaasen Career Stats

• ODIs
  • Matches: 61
  • Runs: 1,879
  • Average: 41.75
  • Strike Rate: 110.00
  • 100s/50s: 4/10
  • Top Score: 174
• T20Is
  • Matches: 47
  • Runs: 1,042
  • Average: 28.16
  • Strike Rate: 147.00
  • 100s/50s: 1/4
  • Top Score: 104*
• Tests
  • Matches: 4
  • Runs: 104
  • Average: 13.00
  • Top Score: 35
• Catches/Stumpings (All Formats): 85/10

Legacy

Though Klaasen’s Test career was brief, his contributions in ODIs and T20Is made him one of South Africa’s most reliable white-ball players in recent years. His fearless approach and ability to dominate spin bowling earned him accolades globally, especially in franchise leagues like the IPL and MLC.

As he steps away from the international stage, Klaasen is expected to continue playing in domestic and franchise leagues around the world.