Star player announces retirement before Test series, ending 14-year career

Sports News: Team India is now set to play a two-match Test series against the West Indies. Meanwhile, Team India played its last Test series against England. A star player who was part of this series has suddenly announced his retirement. This player has decided not to play international cricket, ending his 14-year career. Significantly, this player has not been selected for the upcoming series.

Star player announces retirement

Veteran England all-rounder Chris Woakes has announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket at the age of 36. Since making his debut in 2013, Woakes has played 217 matches for England, providing the team with many memorable moments. Announcing his retirement, Woakes said, "The moment has come, and I've decided it's the right time for me to retire from international cricket. Playing for England was something I've wanted to do since I was a child, dreaming in my backyard, and I feel incredibly fortunate to be living those dreams."

Woakes' journey began in 2011, when he first played for England. He played 62 Test matches, taking 192 wickets and taking five five-wicket hauls. He also scored a century against India at Lord's in 2018. He also took 173 wickets in 122 ODI innings and 31 wickets in 33 T20Is.

Did not find a place in the team for the Ashes series

England will tour Australia in November for the 2025-26 Ashes series, where the two teams will play five Test matches. The England squad for this series was recently announced, but Chris Woakes was not included in the squad. Just six days later, Woakes announced his retirement. It is believed that he made this decision due to his lack of a place in the team.