India, Nov. 4 -- In a dramatic turn of events that has sent shockwaves through international cricket, Zimbabwe Cricket has permanently severed ties with veteran all-rounder Sean Williams, announcing that the 39-year-old will never again be considered for national selection following his admission of drug addiction and subsequent entry into rehabilitation.

The decision, announced on Tuesday, comes after Williams withdrew from the Zimbabwe squad on the eve of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier in Harare, citing personal reasons. An internal investigation by ZC revealed that the withdrawal occurred under circumstances involving potential anti-doping testing, prompting the board to take decisive action.

Williams, who has been batt...