Mark Wood

Mark Wood, born on January 11, 1990, in Ashington, Northumberland, England, has established himself as a prominent fast bowler in international cricket. His career began in county cricket with Northumberland in 2008, where he made appearances in the MCCA Knockout Trophy and Minor Counties Championship. He then moved to Durham in the 2011 season, making his first-class and List A debuts. Wood’s consistent performance led to his selection for the England Lions, where he toured Sri Lanka in 2014.

Wood’s international career for England commenced in 2015, with his Test, One Day International (ODI), and Twenty20 International (T20I) debuts. A key milestone in his career was his participation in England’s victorious 2019 Cricket World Cup campaign. He continued to achieve success by being part of the England team that won the 2022 T20 World Cup, solidifying his position as a crucial player in both white-ball formats. His ability to bowl at high speeds has made him one of the fastest bowlers globally, with an average Test pace of 89 mph since 2020.

Beyond international duty, Wood has also played in various franchise leagues. In 2018, he was acquired by the Chennai Super Kings for the IPL season. He later joined the Lucknow Super Giants in 2022 and the London Spirit for The Hundred in the same year. Throughout his career, Wood has demonstrated resilience, returning from injuries to deliver impactful performances, such as his man-of-the-match effort in the 2023 Ashes series.