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Mark Wood Announces Retirement: England's experienced fast bowler Mark Wood, renowned for his blistering pace, has decided to bid farewell to international cricket at the age of 36. Over his 11-year career, he won numerous memorable matches for the England cricket team and remained a key figure in their pace attack.
Mark Wood: International Debut and Historic Start at Lord's
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Mark Wood made his international debut against New Zealand at the historic Lord's Cricket Ground in 2015. Thanks to his express pace and aggressive bowling, he quickly carved out a significant place for himself in England's bowling lineup.
During his career, he:
- Participated in two ICC Cricket World Cups.
- Represented England in four prestigious Ashes series.
Key Role in England's Historic 2019 World Cup Victory
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One of the major highlights of Mark Wood's career was the 2019 ODI World Cup. He was a vital member of the historic England squad that lifted the Cricket World Cup trophy for the first time. His fiery bowling played a crucial role in England's title-winning campaign throughout the tournament.
Mark Wood: Career Statistics Across All Formats
Mark Wood delivered outstanding performances for England across all three formats (Test, ODI, and T20I). His international and IPL career statistics are as follows:
| Format | M | Maidens | Wickets | Avg | Eco | SR | (BBI | 4w | 5w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 38 | 197 | 119 | 30.8 | 3.33 | 55.55 | 6/37 | 3 | 5 |
| ODI | 70 | 19 | 80 | 40.84 | 5.59 | 43.83 | 4/33 | 2 | 0 |
| T20I | 38 | 1 | 54 | 20.35 | 8.5 | 14.37 | 3/9 | 0 | 0 |
| IPL | 5 | 1 | 11 | 16.27 | 8.95 | 10.91 | 5/14 | 0 | 1 |
Note: Mark Wood ranks sixth on the list of highest wicket-takers for England in T20I cricket.
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Final International Appearance at Perth Stadium
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Mark Wood played his final international match against Australia at Perth Stadium on November 21, 2025. For a bowler known for clocking speeds exceeding 150 km/h, this match proved to be the concluding chapter of his international career.
Recurrent Injuries and Decision to Retire
Mark Wood's career was significantly impacted by injuries due to his high-speed bowling style. He frequently moved in and out of the team due to recurring fitness issues. He had been battling a serious injury for some time, making a return to the national squad extremely difficult. Consequently, considering the mounting fitness challenges, he made the tough decision to retire from international cricket at the age of 36.
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