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Mark Wood Retires from International Cricket After 10-Year England Career
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News18•22-09-2026, 14:42
Mark Wood Retires from International Cricket After 10-Year England Career
- •England pacer Mark Wood announced his retirement from international cricket on Tuesday (September 22) at the age of 36.
- •Wood represented England in all three formats for 10 years (2015-2025) and was a key part of the 2019 ODI World Cup winning squad.
- •He played 38 Tests, 70 ODIs, and 38 T20Is, taking 119, 80, and 54 wickets respectively.
- •Wood cited medical advice ruling out a return to Test and ODI cricket as the reason for his decision, stating the 'England dream has slowly been ground out of me'.
- •England men’s managing director Rob Key praised Wood's impact, highlighting his role in Ashes wins and World Cup victories, including the 2022 T20 World Cup.
Key Questions Answered
Mark Wood announced his retirement after medical advice ruled out his return to Test and 50-over cricket following a long-standing knee injury sustained during the Ashes series.
During his international career, Mark Wood was a member of the England squads that won the ICC Men's ODI World Cup in 2019 and the T20 World Cup in 2022.
Mark Wood represented England in 38 Tests, 70 ODIs, and 38 T20Is, picking up 119, 80, and 54 wickets respectively across his 10-year international career.
