Overview

• Woakes announced his decision on Sept. 29 via social media, closing a 14–15 year England career.
• His final appearance came in the fifth Test against India, where he dislocated his shoulder and still walked out to bat with his arm in a sling.
• ECB managing director Rob Key said he was not in selection plans for the 2025/26 Ashes, and his central contract was not renewed as England turns to a fresh Test phase.
• He departs with 62 Tests and 192 Test wickets, two World Cup titles in 2019 and 2022, and the 2023 Ashes player-of-the-series award.
• Woakes will continue with Warwickshire and pursue franchise opportunities after opting against shoulder surgery in a bid to keep a slim Ashes chance alive.