London, Aug 21, 2026 (AFP) - England's Cross to retire from cricket at the end of the season

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England women's cricket stalwart Kate Cross announced on Friday she will retire from the professional game at the end of the current domestic season. The 34-year-old, who made her senior county debut for Lancashire aged just 13 in 2005, took 140 wickets in 102 England appearances across all formats and has also forged a successful career as a cricket podcaster. Cross, who last played for England just over a year ago, said she looked back at her c......

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