Australian sniper Steve O'Keefe has announced his retirement from first class cricket, but why?

Australian sniper Steve O'Keefe has announced his retirement from first class cricket, but why?

Steve O'Keefe, a former Australian Test team sniper and most wicket taker in the recent Sheffield Shield tournament, has disappointed to announce his retirement from first class cricket.

According to the International Cricket Council (ICC), the former Test sniper was not given a new contract by New South Wales, which he was disappointed with. In this regard, Steve O'Keefe said, "I accept the decision, but am disappointed if I do not get a contract, I will announce retirement from first class cricket but I will continue to play the Big Bash League."

Australian sniper Steve O'Keefe has announced his retirement at a time when the entire world is infected with the Corona virus, which has also canceled sports activities.