Hampshire and England bowler Turner retires aged 25
Hampshire and England fast bowler John Turner retires from cricket aged 25 after more than a year out injured.
John Turner, a 25-year-old fast bowler for Hampshire and England, has announced his retirement from cricket due to persistent injuries. The South African-born player made his debut for Hampshire in 2021 and has since taken 97 wickets across all formats. Turner represented England in two one-day internationals and two T20 games during their tour of the West Indies at the end of 2024.
Despite being selected for the England T20 squad the year before, he was unable to play due to injury. Turner cited his ongoing back injury and a stress fracture as factors leading to his decision to retire. He expressed that it was one of the hardest decisions he had to make. Turner played 51 matches for Hampshire across all formats and earned his first England call-up after performing well in the T20 Blast.
Hampshire director of cricket Giles White praised Turner as an exceptionally talented player who played a significant role in the club's success over the past five years.
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