New Delhi, June 12 -- International Cricket Council (ICC) Chairman Jay Shah on Friday congratulated New Zealand cricket legend Kane Williamson following his announcement to retire from international cricket.

Williamson's announcement brings down the curtains to an international career that saw him play 378 international games for New Zealand. The 35-year-old finishes as New Zealand's all-time leading international run-scorer with 19,346 runs, including 48 centuries and six double-centuries, according to the New Zealand Cricket (NZC) website.

Taking to X, Shah lauded Williamson's illustrious career, highlighting his class, humility, and exemplary leadership on and off the field. He also hailed Williamson's remarkable achievements, includ...