Wood retires from int'l cricket after injuries

England fast bowler Mark Wood has retired from international cricket at the age of 36 after a prolonged battle with injuries. He finishes with 253 wickets in 146 international matches, including 119 wickets in 38 Tests, and was part of England's 2015 Ashes, 2019 50-over World Cup, and 2022 T20 World Cup-winning squads. Wood made the announcement on September 22, 2026, and plans to continue playing T20 cricket for Durham and in franchise leagues while pursuing media and coaching work.