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John Turner retires from cricket at age 25 due to injuries

3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 10:20 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

John Turner retires from cricket at age 25 due to injuries

Summary

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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•Turner retires after over a year out due to injury
•Played four matches for England in 2024
•Claimed 21 wickets in the 2023 T20 Blast
•Last played for Hampshire in summer 2025
•Hampshire director praises Turner's contributions

Latest Updates

10:20 PMYahoo Sports — England fast bowler John Turner retires from cricket at 25
1:29 PMYahoo Sports — Hampshire and England bowler Turner retires aged 25
1:20 PMBBC Sport — Hampshire and England bowler Turner retires aged 25

What they're saying

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The Hampshire pacer, who represented England in four international matches in 2024, still had two years left on his county contract. He also held an ECB development contract until late last year.
— Yahoo Sports