English all-rounder Chris Woakes announced his retirement from international cricket on Monday. He was part of the England Test team that faced India in 2025. He was a part of the English team that won the ODI World Cup in 2019 and the T20 World Cup in 2022.
Chris Woakes is known for his precise seam bowling and has consistently made significant contributions to the England cricket team over the years. The 36-year-old debuted for the national team in 2011 in a Twenty20 International (T20I) match against Australia. That same year, he also made his ODI debut.
After a strong start in the white-ball formats, Woakes played his first Test match in 2013 during the Ashes series. He went on to play 62 games before retiring.
Chris Woakes on his retirement decision
“The moment has come, and I have 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.”
Woakes expressed his feelings about representing his country in international cricket.
“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 will look back on with the greatest pride.”
However, Woakes will continue to play county cricket and explore more franchise opportunities in the future.
Chris Woakes – Career & Stats Across Formats
Woakes played for England in all three formats. He had some memorable moments in his cricket career.
Please review his overall statistics here.
| Span | 2011-2025 |
| Matches | 217 |
| Innings | 204 |
| Runs | 3705 |
| Highest score | 137* |
| 100s | 1 |
| 50s | 13 |
| Wickets | 396 |
| BBI | 6/17 |
| BBM | 11/102 |
Despite being a bowling all-rounder, Chris Woakes improved his batting and contributed runs in the lower order. Therefore, he will be seen as one of the best all-rounders to ever play for the England team.
Chris Woakes & Memorable Moments From His Career
Chris Woakes’ international career has been marked by grit, consistency, and unforgettable moments. Known for his calm demeanour and overall skills, Woakes performed well in both high-pressure tournaments and emotional situations on the field.
As he retires from international cricket, here are two memorable moments that truly define his legacy.
Playing a Key Role in England’s 2019 World Cup Win
Woakes played a crucial role in England’s historic World Cup win in 2019. Whether he was taking early wickets or keeping runs down with the ball, he always performed when it counted.
His contributions helped England lift the trophy and gave fans one of the most unforgettable moments in cricket.
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Batting With an Injured Shoulder Against India (2025)
One of the most inspiring moments in Woakes’ career happened when he batted with a dislocated shoulder during the fifth Test match against India. Even though he could barely move one arm, he stood at the crease to support his team.
This showed his incredible courage and team spirit, earning him a heartfelt standing ovation.
