Peter Moore, the Ireland and Zimbabwe batsman who made history by playing Tests for both countries, has retired from international cricket. Moore is one of 17 cricketers to have played Tests for two different countries.
Moore was born in Harare, Zimbabwe in 1991. He made his international debut for Zimbabwe in an ODI against Bangladesh in Mirpur in 2014.
Moore made his Test and T20I debut for Zimbabwe in 2016. He went on to play 8 Tests, 49 ODIs and 21 T20Is for Zimbabwe. Moore last played for Zimbabwe in October 2019.
Moore moved to Ireland, where he had an Irish passport because his grandmother was Irish. He played club cricket for several years with the aim of playing for the Irish national team. Moore then qualified for the Irish national team in October 2022.
Moore made his debut for Ireland in a Test match against Bangladesh in April 2023. He also played a Test match against Sri Lanka after the Bangladesh series.
Despite playing 7 Tests for Ireland, the 34-year-old Moore did not get a chance to play limited-overs cricket. In total, Moore scored 734 runs in 15 Tests at an average of 25.31 with 6 half-centuries. He scored 827 runs in ODIs and 364 runs in T20Is.
FAQ
Who is Peter Moor?
Peter Moor is a professional cricketer who represented both Zimbabwe and Ireland at the international level, making him a rare dual international player.
What does “dual international” mean in cricket?
It means a player has played international cricket for two different countries. Moor represented Zimbabwe earlier in his career and later played for Ireland.
When did Peter Moor announce his retirement?
Moor announced his retirement in 2025, marking the end of his professional cricket career.
Why did Peter Moor retire?
While no specific reason was officially stated, players usually retire due to age, fitness, personal reasons, or to focus on life outside of cricket.
What were Peter Moor’s major career highlights?
Moor was known for his solid batting and wicketkeeping skills. He played key roles in Zimbabwe’s middle order and contributed to Ireland’s Test and ODI sides after switching allegiance.
