Tatenda Taibu suprised many with his decision to retire from international cricket at the age of 29 yesterday. “I just feel that my true calling now lies in doing the Lord’s work,” Taibu was quoted as saying in the media, “and although I am fortunate and proud to have played for my country, the time has come for me to put my entire focus on that part of my life.”

Zimbabwe’s wicketkeeper-batsman Tatenda Taibu. Pic/Getty Images