GENERAL22 Sept 2026
England pacer Mark Wood announces retirement from international cricket
England fast bowler Mark Wood has retired from international cricket at 36, after ongoing knee trouble. He won the 50-over World Cup in 2019 and the T20 World Cup in 2022, and played four Ashes series. Medical advice ruled out test and 50-over cricket, so he says the time felt natural. Fans can simply enjoy the highlights of a quick, brave 11-year career.
Key Statutory Highlights
- Mark Wood announced his retirement from international cricket on Tuesday after a string of injury problems.
- The 36-year-old was part of England's World Cup-winning teams in the ODI format in 2019 and the T20 format in 2022, and played in four Ashes series.
- He finished his 11-year international career with 119 wickets from 38 tests, 80 wickets in 70 ODIs and 54 wickets in 38 T20s.
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