Dhaka, Nov. 2 -- Kane Williamson announced his retirement from T20Is, aiming to focus more on the longer formats of the game. He has played T20Is for 14 years.

New Zealand recently beat England in an ODI series. After the series, Williamson confirmed his decision.

"It feels like the right time - for myself and for the team," Williamson said in a statement. "I've loved every bit of playing T20 cricket for New Zealand, but it's time to give the next group the clarity and opportunity they deserve."

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Williamson, 35, retires as New Zealand's second-highest run-scorer in the format, with 2,575 runs in 93 matches at an average of 33.44.

He led the side in 75 of th...