Mark Wood: News
Born on January 11, 1990, Mark Wood is a right-handed batsman and right-arm fast bowler who plays for the England cricket team and represents the Durham cricket club in domestic cricket. He made his international Test debut, One Day International debut, and T20 International debut in 2015. As of 2021, Wood has played 95 international matches. He was part of the England squad in the 2019 World Cup. In September 2021, he was included in England’s squad for the 2021 Men’s T20 World Cup. He made his Indian Premier League (IPL) debut in 2018 and played for Chennai Super Kings. He is a teetotaler and a supporter of the Labour Party.
04 Oct 2024
Ben StokesNasser Hussain backs Brydon Carse to replace injured Mark Wood
Former England cricket team captain, Nasser Hussain, has endorsed Brydon Carse as a suitable replacement for the injured Mark Wood in the upcoming Test series against Pakistan.
28 Sep 2024
England Cricket BoardInjured Josh Hull to miss England's Test series against Pakistan
England's Josh Hull has been ruled out of the upcoming Test series against Pakistan because of a quad injury.
07 Sep 2024
England Cricket TeamInjured Mark Wood out of action for rest of 2024
England fast bowler Mark Wood has been ruled out for the remainder of 2024 due to a bone-stress injury in his right elbow.
04 Sep 2024
England Cricket Team3rd Test: Josh Hull to feature against Sri Lanka
Josh Hull, a promising 20-year-old seamer from Leicestershire, is set to make his debut for England in the third Test match against Sri Lanka.
27 Aug 2024
Olly StoneOlly Stone replaces injured Mark Wood for Lord's Test
England's fast bowler, Olly Stone, is set to replace Mark Wood in the upcoming Lord's Test against Sri Lanka.
25 Aug 2024
England Cricket TeamVaughan believes England will miss Wood's services against Sri Lanka
Former England cricketer Michael Vaughan voiced concerns about Mark Wood's absence in the remaining two Test matches against Sri Lanka.
25 Aug 2024
England Cricket TeamJosh Hull replaces injured Mark Wood for SL Test series
In another blow for the England men's cricket team, fast bowler Mark Wood has been ruled out of the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka owing to a muscle strain.
25 Aug 2024
Ben StokesOllie Pope hails England's adaptability after Test win against SL
England's stand-in captain, Ollie Pope, has praised his team's adaptability following their hard-fought victory over Sri Lanka in the first Test at the Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester.
28 Jul 2024
England Cricket TeamEngland's Mark Wood floors West Indies with 5/40: Key stats
Mark Wood was the pick of the bowlers for England in West Indies' 2nd innings, claiming figures worth 5/40 at Edgbaston, Birmingham in the third and final Test match.
28 Jul 2024
England Cricket TeamEngland trounce West Indies in 3rd Test, seal series 3-0
England trounced West Indies by 10 wickets in the 3rd and final Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham on Day 3.
26 Jul 2024
Kraigg BrathwaiteKraigg Brathwaite hammers his 30th half-century in Tests: Key stats
West Indies Test skipper Kraigg Brathwaite hit a crucial 61-run knock against England on Day 1 of the third and final encounter at Edgbaston, Birmingham.
14 Jun 2024
England Cricket TeamFastest bowlers to complete 50 T20I wickets for England
England pacers Mark Wood and Jofra Archer were on fire as Oman perished for 47 in Match 27 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound.
14 Jun 2024
England Cricket TeamMark Wood gets to 50 T20I scalps; Jofra Archer excels
England pacers Mark Wood and Jofra Archer claimed respective three-fers to blow Oman away in Match 27 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua.
14 Jun 2024
England Cricket TeamICC T20 World Cup, England blow dismal Oman away: Stats
England blew dismal Oman away in Match 27 of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, North Sound, Antigua.
20 Mar 2024
David WilleyIPL 2024, David Willey to miss start of season: Details
David Willey will miss the start of the Indian Premier League 2024 season.
17 Mar 2024
Lucknow Super GiantsIPL 2023 recap: LSG enjoyed fruitful season despite Rahul's absence
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), who qualified for the playoffs in the last two seasons, will look to go all the way in the upcoming 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL).
10 Mar 2024
India vs England CricketIndia decimate 'Bazballers' England in Test series: Key takeaways
India thrashed England by an innings and 64 runs in the fifth and final Test in Dharamsala to clinch the series 4-1.
06 Mar 2024
India vs England CricketIndia vs England, Dharamsala Test: Match preview and key stats
India and England are gearing up for the fifth and final Test match in Dharamsala, starting March 7.
06 Mar 2024
England Cricket TeamEngland announce playing XI for 5th India Test: Details here
Mark Wood returned to England's playing XI for the fifth and final Test against India in Dharamsala, starting on March 7.
22 Feb 2024
India vs England CricketEngland recall Bashir, include Robinson for 4th Test versus India
England have confirmed their XI for the fourth and penultimate Test against India in Ranchi, starting on February 23.
18 Feb 2024
India vs England CricketAll-round India thrash England in Rajkot Test, gain 2-1 lead
India have thrashed England by 434 runs in the third Test in Rajkot to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match affair.
16 Feb 2024
England Cricket Team3rd Test, Mark Wood scalps 4/114 against India: Key stats
Returning to the team, Mark Wood was the standout bowler for England against India in the third Test in Rajkot.
16 Feb 2024
India vs England CricketIndia vs England, 3rd Test: Hosts fold for 445
Team India has posted a strong total of 445 after electing to bat first in the third Test against England in Rajkot.
15 Feb 2024
Sarfaraz KhanSarfaraz Khan slams 62 on Test debut versus England: Stats
India's Sarfaraz Khan was commendable on his debut in the longest format.
15 Feb 2024
India vs England CricketIndia vs England: Rohit and Jadeja centuries headline Day 1
India ended Day 1 of the third Test on 326/5 from 86 overs in Rajkot.
14 Feb 2024
India vs England CricketEngland bring in Mark Wood for Rajkot Test versus India
England have brought in pacer Mark Wood in their starting XI for the third Test versus India in Rajkot.
12 Feb 2024
Lucknow Super GiantsIPL 2024: Decoding the key stats of LSG's pace attack
Lucknow Super Giants didn't make much noise at the 2024 Indian Premier League auction.
10 Feb 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)Shamar Joseph bags IPL contract with Lucknow Super Giants
In a unique development, Indian Premier League outfit Lucknow Super Giants have roped in West Indies pace sensation Shamar Joseph as a replacement for Mark Wood.
01 Feb 2024
England Cricket TeamIndia vs England: Anderson, Bashir to play in Vizag Test
England have roped in the experienced James Anderson for the 2nd Test against India, starting February 2 in Visakhapatnam.
20 Oct 2023
ICC Cricket World CupICC Cricket World Cup: Bruised England, South Africa lock horns
South Africa will have redemption in mind as they meet England in Match 20 of the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.
30 Sep 2023
ICC Cricket World CupDecoding England's best XI for ICC Cricket World Cup
Defending champions England will be entering the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup with the aim of defending their title.
21 Jul 2023
The Ashes4th Ashes Test, Day 3: Australia stare at a defeat
England are closing in on a win over Australia in the fourth Ashes Test in Manchester.
21 Jul 2023
England Cricket TeamAshes 2023, Mark Wood clocks 100 Test scalps: Key stats
England fast bowler Mark Wood has clocked 100 Test scalps. He achieved the milestone in the ongoing fourth Ashes Test against Australia in Manchester.
12 Jul 2023
ICC Test RankingsICC Test Rankings: Travis Head rises to career-best second spot
Australia's Travis Head has risen to a career-best number two in the latest ICC Test Rankings for Batters.
09 Jul 2023
The AshesEngland stay alive in Ashes with win at Headingley: Takeaways
England beat Australia in the 3rd Test at Headingley, Leeds, to stay alive in the Ashes 2023.
06 Jul 2023
The AshesAshes, 3rd Test: Ton-up Marsh, Wood's spell headline Day 1
The opening day of the 3rd Ashes Test at Headingley, Leeds, saw the competitive spirit of both England and Australia.
06 Jul 2023
The AshesThe Ashes, 3rd Test: Mark Wood takes a stunning fifer
England speedster Mark Wood made his comeback Test memorable by taking a five-wicket haul in the first innings.
06 Jul 2023
The Ashes3rd Ashes Test, Day 1: Australia bowled out for 263
England have bowled Australia out for 263 on Day 1 of the third Ashes Test at Headingley in Leeds.
06 Jul 2023
The AshesThe Ashes: Mark Wood bowls fastest-ever over at Headingley (Tests)
Speedster Mark Wood returned to England's Playing XI for the 3rd Ashes Test at Headingley, Leeds.
25 May 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)What went wrong for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2023?
Lucknow Super Giants have been knocked out of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 after suffering a humiliating 81-run defeat versus Mumbai Indians in the Eliminator.
01 May 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023, LSG vs RCB: Pitch report (Ekana Cricket Stadium)
The high-flying Lucknow Super Giants will take on Royal Challengers Bangalore in Match 43 of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL).
27 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023, PBKS vs LSG: Decoding the key player battles
Match 38 of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) will see Punjab Kings cross swords with Lucknow Super Giants.
15 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023, LSG vs PBKS: Pitch report (Ekana Stadium)
Punjab Kings will meet Lucknow Super Giants in the 21st match of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023.
07 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023, LSG vs SRH: Pitch report (Ekana Stadium)
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) will be up against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in the 10th match of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL).
06 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2023, LSG vs SRH: Decoding the key player battles
Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are up against Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in Match 10 of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL).
02 Apr 2023
David WarnerDavid Warner smashes his 60th fifty-plus score in IPL: Stats
David Warner scored a half-century, albeit in a losing cause, during Delhi Capitals's (DC) Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 opener versus Lucknow Super Giants (LSG).
01 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)Mark Wood claims LSG's maiden five-wicket haul in IPL: Stats
England bowler Mark Wood claimed the maiden five-wicket haul for Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League.
01 Apr 2023
David WarnerIPL 2023, Lucknow Super Giants hammer Delhi Capitals: Key stats
Lucknow Super Giants hammered the Delhi Capitals in match number three of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season on Saturday in Ahmedabad.
25 Dec 2022
Pat CumminsPresenting the best bowling spells of 2022 (Test cricket)
2022 has indeed been a delight for cricket fans as several magnificent matches were played across formats.
14 Dec 2022
England Cricket TeamMark Wood delighted with his investment in Test cricket: Details
England speedster Mark Wood reckons his investment in Test cricket has paid off.
28 Nov 2022
England Cricket TeamPAK vs ENG: Mark Wood to miss the Rawalpindi Test
England pacer Mark Wood has been ruled out of the first Test against Pakistan, starting December 1.
09 Nov 2022
ICC T20 World CupT20 World Cup Semi-final, IND vs ENG: Key player battles
India and England are gearing up to lock horns in the second semi-final of the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2022.
09 Nov 2022
Dawid MalanT20 World Cup: Dawid Malan, Mark Wood doubtful against India
Mark Wood and Dawid Malan are doubtful starters for England's semi-final clash against India in the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2022.
05 Nov 2022
England Cricket Team2022 T20 WC: England's sensational bowling numbers in death overs
England are up against Sri Lanka in their last Super 12 game in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022.
05 Nov 2022
ICC T20 World CupT20 WC, Mark Wood claims 3/26 against SL: Key stats
English seamer Mark Wood grabbed his career-best figures against Sri Lanka (3/26) in the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup on Saturday.
26 Oct 2022
Liam LivingstoneMark Wood, Liam Livingstone take three-fers against Ireland: Key stats
Mark Wood and Liam Livingstone scalped three-wicket hauls against Ireland in the ICC T20 World Cup 2022.
24 Sep 2022
England Cricket TeamPakistan vs England, 4th T20I: Preview, stats, and Fantasy XI
Having tasted a 63-run drubbing on Friday, Pakistan will eye a complete turnaround against England in Sunday's coveted duel.
19 Mar 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)Mark Wood ruled out of IPL 2022 with elbow injury
England fast bowler Mark Wood has been ruled out of the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2022 season.
16 Jan 2022
Test CricketAshes 2021-22, Mark Wood claims career-best figures: Key numbers
England fast bowler Mark Wood claimed figures worth 6/37 in Australia's second innings of the fifth Ashes Test at the Bellerive Oval in Hobart.
23 Aug 2021
SportsEngland vs India: Mark Wood ruled out of Leeds Test
England fast bowler Mark Wood has been ruled out of the third Test against India, scheduled to be held at Headingley, due to a shoulder injury.
15 Aug 2021
Cheteshwar PujaraEngland vs India, 2nd Test: Visitors lose six wickets
Team India batters Cheteshwar Pujara and Ajinkya Rahane batted well to help the side battle hard on Day 4 of the second Test against England at Lord's.
11 Jun 2021
Cricket: News, Stats and more!England vs New Zealand: Hosts manage 303 in first innings
New Zealand have bowled out England on 303 in the first innings of the ongoing second Test at Edgbaston.
16 Mar 2021
Virat KohliIndia vs England, third T20I: Hosts set target of 157
Team India was bothered by pace after being put into bat by England in the third T20I in Ahmedabad on Tuesday.
07 Sep 2020
Cricket: News, Stats and more!Shane Warne proposes a change in T20 cricket
Australian legend Shane Warne has often made headlines for his bizarre, yet interesting suggestions related to the game of cricket.
15 Jul 2020
Cricket: News, Stats and more!England announce squad for second Test, Anderson and Wood rested
England have named their squad for the second Test against West Indies, starting July 16 at the Emirates Old Trafford.
21 Jun 2020
England Cricket Team#ThisDayThatYear: Malinga rattles England, enters the elite list of bowlers
On this day in 2019, veteran fast bowler Lasith Malinga reached yet another historic feat in international cricket.
16 May 2019
Indian Premier League (IPL)World Cup 2019: Here are the pacers who can shine
As the ICC World Cup 2019 draws near, preparations have already begun, while predictions too have started flowing in.
23 May 2018
Indian Premier League (IPL)Match Preview: England vs Pakistan- 1st Test
Pakistan will be up against England at Lord's in the first Test starting Thursday.
30 Mar 2018
England Cricket TeamNZvsENG 2nd Test Day 1: Bairstow saves England's blushes
Wicket-keeper Jonny Bairstow's unbeaten 97 helped England steady the ship against New Zealand on a frantic Day 1 of the second Test.
02 Mar 2018
Indian Premier League (IPL)I want to pick brains of Dhoni and Bravo: Wood
England paceman Mark Wood today said he wants to pick the brains of former India skipper MS Dhoni and West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo and emerge as a "match winner" for Chennai Super Kings during next month's Indian Premier League.
