England Fast Bowler Wood Retires From Internationals After Battling Injuries
The 36-year-old bowler ends his international career after recurring knee injuries and surgery, leaving England without one of its fastest pace options.
- England fast bowler Mark Wood has retired from international cricket with immediate effect. The 36-year-old steps away after persistent knee injuries prevented his return following the first Ashes Test in Perth last November.
- After eight months of recovery from knee surgery, Wood attempted a comeback during the Ashes Test in Perth but managed only 11 overs before swelling forced his withdrawal and subsequent flight home for treatment.
- A two-time World Cup winner, Wood claimed 119 wickets in 38 Tests since his 2015 debut. He retires as England Men's sixth-highest wicket-taker in IT20s with 54 wickets, adding 80 wickets in 70 ODIs.
- Transitioning from the pitch, Wood has begun work in the commentary box for Sky Sports and BBC's Test Match Special. Colleagues have praised his "wit and wisdom," comparing him to former commentator David "Bumble" Lloyd.
- Known for hitting speeds past 95 miles per hour, Wood leaves a legacy as one of England's fastest bowlers. His career includes the 2019 ICC Men's World Cup victory and a pivotal 2023 performance at Headingley against the Australians.
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England paceman Wood retires from international cricket
The 36-year-old, one of the quickest bowlers to play for England, took 253 wickets in 146 international matches across all formats, including 119 wickets at 30.79 in his 38 Tests. Wood, who made his England debut in 2015, played a key role in the team's 50-over World Cup triumph in 2019. He was also in the England squad that won the T20 World Cup in 2022, although injury ruled him out of the semi-final and the final. Wood last played for England…
England fast bowler Mark Wood retires from international cricket after injury struggles
England fast bowler Mark Wood has retired from international cricket at 36 after an 11-year career, following a series of injury setbacks. A two-time World Cup winner, Wood finishes with 119 Test wickets and 80 ODI wickets.
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