Scott Borthwick to retire from cricket and join Durham coaching staff
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 1:31 PM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Scott Borthwick, former Durham captain, will retire from professional cricket at the end of the season. He debuted for Durham in 2008 and played 222 first-class matches in his 18-year career, including a stint with Surrey from 2017 to 2020. Borthwick captained Durham to the County Championship Division Two title in 2023 and will transition to a full-time coaching role with the club, working with both the first and second teams. He amassed over 11,500 first-class runs and claimed 229 wickets during his career, having also represented England in all three formats.
- •Borthwick has played 222 first-class matches during his career.
- •He captained Durham to the County Championship Division Two title in 2023.
- •Borthwick will focus on coaching after retirement.
- •He has over 11,500 first-class runs and 229 wickets.
- •Borthwick made his sole Test appearance for England in 2013.
- 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Durham captain Borthwick to retire
"Former Durham captain Scott Borthwick is set to retire and take up a full-time post in the club's coaching team.
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