England team has achieved a lot of success in all formats of international cricket. The Lord’s Cricket Ground in England is famous as the home of cricket, while the nation won the 2019 Cricket World Cup at home. There are many legends who have represented the England team in cricket.
Some of them had very long careers, while some had to retire early due to various reasons. In this listicle today, we will take a look at the five England team stars who had to retire from all forms of cricket earlier than expected.
1. Andrew Flintoff – One of the best all-rounders in England team history
Andrew Flintoff is reckoned by many as one of the greatest all-rounders of all time. He batted right-handed and bowled right-arm pace for the England team. He played 79 Tests, 141 ODIs and 7 T20Is for his country before retiring in 2009 at the age of 32 because of injury problems.
2. Craig Kieswetter
Craig Kieswetter is best remembered for his performance in the ICC T20 World Cup 2010 which was won by England. Kieswetter had to retire in 2015 because of an injury. A ball from David Willey hit him brutally on the eye during a county game, and Kieswetter played his last match for England by the age of 25.
3. James Taylor
James Taylor was a top-order batter who played his last game for England around the age of 26. He had to retire because of a serious heart condition.
4. Sarah Taylor
Former England women’s cricketer Sarah Taylor called it a day on her international career at the age of around 29 because of health issues. She now works as a coach.
5. Marcus Trescothick
Former England opener Marcus Trescothick retired in 2008 at the age of 31 because of his health issues. Trescothick continued to play county cricket and performed well for the team.
