Jonny Bell announces retirement from international hockey

The fearless defender from Lisnagarvey amassed 181 caps

Ireland's Jonny Bell Picture: Adrian Boehm

Jonny Bell has retired from international hockey having played a crucial role for the Green Machine from his debut in 2012, encompassing 181 caps - 29 as captain - the 2016 Olympic Games, the 2018 World Cup and three European Championship A division events.

The fearless defender from Lisnagarvey says it is a natural time for him to step away following a superb career with his last formal cap coming in 2019 at the Olympic qualifiers in Vancouver against Canada.