All-rounder Darren Stevens has called time on his career at the age of 46.
Stevens, who joined Kent from Leicestershire in 2005, has announced that his 17-year stint with the county will end at the conclusion of this season.
During his lengthy Kent career Stevens amassed more than 22,000 runs and 43 centuries, as well as winning the player of the year award numerous times during his 630 games.
Stevens recently sustained a calf injury while batting during the Royal London Cup match against Glamorgan and is unlikely to feature again this season, having played just five LV= Insurance County Championship matches in 2022.
“It’s bittersweet that my time at Kent has finally come to an end after such a long run and where I am so proud to have lived out my boyhood dream with such a phenomenal club. The memories will stay with me forever,” Stevens said.
“There are so many people to thank that contributed to my time here, David Fulton and Simon Willis for giving me the opportunity to represent the club back in 2005. Keysie (Rob Key) for giving me the new ball and beginning my bowling career. All my team-mates over the years, and the Kent employees that have helped me in all different ways.
“I’m looking forward to the next chapter but looking back I am very proud of the one I’ve just completed.”
“His ability to time a cricket stroke and his subtle skill with the ball have made him a crowd favourite wherever he has played.
“His numbers are remarkable in the modern era, which, along with his ability to influence and win matches, make him a true Kent legend.
“It is unthinkable that a player of his talent was never selected to play international cricket.”
