Australia’s pace legend is set to retire from ICC events after the Women’s T20 World Cup

Australian fast bowler Megan Schutt has confirmed that the 2026 Women’s World T20 in England and Wales will be her final ICC tournament, bringing the curtain down on a decorated global career.

Megan Schutt will play her final ICC tournament at the Women’s T20 World Cup. Courtesy: PTI

Australian fast bowling legend Megan Schutt has confirmed that the 2026 Women’s World T20 Cup in England and Wales will be her last major ICC tournament. The veteran pacer has revealed that she is set to gradually pass the baton to the next generation after more than a decade at the highest level of international cricket.

Schutt, who made her international debut in 2012, established herself as one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of women’s cricket. The 33-year-old has amassed more than 300 international wickets across formats and has played a key role in Australia’s dominance over the past decade.

Schutt admitted Australia’s recent semi-final exits at ICC events continued to sting, especially after being part of so many successful campaigns in the past. But she also said the setbacks motivated her to help younger players experience success at the World Cup.

“I’m competitive in everything I do, which is a good thing and a bad thing, the last two stung me and after being part of a big success, it stings even more. But then you think about the kids who didn’t win the World Cup; it’s a good reminder that I’ve been lucky and I want to restart with the next generation,” Schutt told AAP.

Over the years, Schutt has built a reputation for swinging the new ball and thriving under pressure. She also holds the record for most wickets in Women’s T20 World Cup history with 48 scalps in 29 matches at an economy rate of 5.65.

SCHUTT DOESN’T PLAN FOR FULL RETIREMENT YET

Despite announcing that the T20 World Cup will be her final ICC campaign, Schutt has made it clear that she has no plans to retire from cricket completely just yet. The Australian quick said she has not mapped out a firm timeline for a complete retirement from the game.

“I’m not much of a planner, I like to go with the flow. But with how often there are World Cups and everything in between, there’s always a carrot that gets tangled up and eventually you have to make a decision,” added Schutt.

Australia will head into the Women’s T20 World Cup aiming for a record seventh title. The tournament begins on June 12, with Australia opening their campaign against South Africa in Manchester on June 13.

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Published on:

May 25, 2026 12:20 PM IST

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