Mumbai (Maharashtra), Jan. 20 -- : One of the greatest bowling sensations of IPL and for Mumbai Indians, Lasith Malinga has decided to retire from franchise cricket. The Sri Lankan speedster informed his decision to the Mumbai Indians management earlier this month, making himself unavailable for the champion side's retention wish list.
Mumbai Indians management respects Lasith Malinga's decision and hence he is not part of the club's 18-member retention squad announced on Wednesday.
Akash Ambani, Owner, Mumbai Indians said in a statement, "Lasith Malinga has been at the core of Mumbai Indians for 12 years. We respect his decision, even though I would have liked him to be part of our bowling attack for another five years."
"Malinga is an ...