Craig Miles retires from Gloucestershire cricket to focus on mental health
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 1:08 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026

Craig Miles, a seamer for Gloucestershire, has announced his retirement from professional cricket at the age of 32. He made this decision to prioritize his mental health after a 16-year career, during which he claimed over 500 wickets across all formats and contributed to a County Championship win. Miles emphasized the importance of mental well-being in sports and plans to take time away from the game for personal reflection and recovery. His retirement marks the end of an impactful career in English cricket, where he was recognized for both his skill and dedication to the sport.
- •Miles retires from cricket at 32 years old
- •Over 500 wickets taken in 16-year career
- •Contributed to Gloucestershire's County Championship victory
- •Prioritizing mental health after a challenging career
- •Plans to step back from professional cricket for recovery
- 1:08 PMESPNcricinfo — Craig Miles, Gloucestershire seamer, retires aged 32 to prioritise mental health
"Claimed more than 500 wickets across formats in 16-year career that included County Championship win
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