Australia captain Meg Lanning will take an indefinite break from the match 'with immediate effect'

Thirty-something says she takes time to focus on herself after a "a busy few years".

The news comes days after Lanning led his country to gold at the Commonwealth Games.< /p>

"After a few busy years, I made the decision to take a step back to allow me to spend time focusing on myself," Lanning said.

Double Cricket World Cup winner added: "I am grateful for the support of Cricket Australia (CA) and my teammates and ask that my privacy be respected during this time."

Lanning will miss the next Hundred tournament, in which she to represent the Trent Rockets.

"We are understandably disappointed pointed out that Meg will not be playing for us this year , but she has our full support as she takes a break from cricket," said Trent Rockets.

"We wish him the best. The rest of the Rockets women's team is excited to start their Hundred season on Saturday, and we'll announce details of a replacement for Meg in due course."

A decision on whether the four-time ICC T20 World Cup winner will participate in the Australian national summer will be made in due course.

CA Women's Cricket Performance Manager Shawn Flegler said: "We are proud of Meg for recognizing that she needs a break and we will continue to support her during this time. .

"She has been an incredible contributor to Australian cricket over the past decade, achieving remarkable feats both individually and as part of the team and has been a brilliant role model for young people.

"The wellbeing of our players is always our number one priority and we will continue to work with Meg to ensure she has the support and space she needs."