Chris Woakes retires from international cricket

[Ball Blazer]

Chris Woakes took to his social media to announce his retirement from international cricket. He penned down a heartfelt note reading:

“The moment has come, and I’ve decided that the time is right for me to retire from international cricket.

Playing for England was something I aspired to do since I was a kid dreaming in the back garden, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have lived out those dreams. Representing England, wearing the Three Lions and sharing the field with teammates over the last 15 years, many of whom have become lifelong friends, are things I’ll look back on with the greatest pride.

Making my debut in 2011 in Australia seems like yesterday, but time flies when you’re having fun. Lifting two World Cups and being part of some amazing Ashes series is something I never thought was possible, and those memories and celebrations with my teammates will stay with me forever.

To my Mum and Dad, my wife Amie and our girls Laila and Evie, thank you for your unwavering love, support and sacrifices over the years. None of this would have been possible without you.

To the fans, especially the Barmy Army, thank you for the passion, the cheers and the belief. To my coaches, teammates and everyone behind the scenes – both with England and Warwickshire, who helped me play for my country – your guidance and friendship has meant the world.

I look forward to continuing to play county cricket and exploring more franchise opportunities in the near future.

Thank you!


— Chris Woakes

 

[globetrotter]

Good decision after Abhishek Sharma arrived on the horizon

 

[RedwoodOriginal]

The writing was on the wall after the last series, but still commend him for taking the decision instead of needlessly hanging on.

He was a great bowler in English conditions at his peak, and very handy with the bat. Added alot to the English pace-attack at certain points as the third seamer.

For a significant period of time, he was one of the key seamers in Morgan's ODI team too, and one of the top-ranked ODI bowlers in the world.

He's had a good career.

 

[The Bald Eagle]

*Chris Woakes International Retirement*

In respect of today’s announcement made by Chris Woakes confirming his international retirement, please find additional quotes from Richard Thompson and Rob Key.

ECB Chair, Richard Thompson, said: “The images of Chris walking out to bat with his arm in a sling to try and win a Test match this summer reflected how much he cared about playing for his country and being the best team-mate he could be.

“He has been a gentleman off the field, with the skills and fierce determination to win on it, regularly rising to the occasion on the biggest stage with bat as well as ball. There are so many special memories, from brilliance with the new ball in the 2019 World Cup and winning the T20 World Cup in 2022 to his series-changing impact in the 2023 Men’s Ashes which earned him the player of the series honour.

“We are indebted to have players like Chris represent England and I want to thank and congratulate him for everything he has done in an England shirt for the past 14 years.”

Rob Key, Managing Director of England Men's Cricket, said:

"Chris Woakes is one of the finest people to have played the game. An extraordinary career carved out alongside two of England’s greatest ever bowlers. A man who helped every team he played in, even before he walked onto the field."

 

[jnaveen1980]

Very nice likeable guy. Happy retirement