John Turner retires from cricket at age 25 due to injuries

Hampshire and England fast bowler John Turner has announced his retirement from cricket at the age of 25 due to persistent injuries. Sidelined for over a year with a stress fracture in his back, Turner last played for Hampshire in summer 2025. He represented England in four matches during the 2024 tour of the West Indies and had notable performances in the T20 Blast with 21 wickets in 2023. Turner expressed that the decision to retire was difficult but necessary for his future. Hampshire's director of cricket praised Turner’s contributions to the club's success in recent years.

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