After nine years, Heather Knight announced her resignation as England’s captain on Saturday, March 22. She comes after head coach Jon Lewis, who quit his job the day before.
Heather Knight, 34, was England’s captain in 199 games in all three formats. The team’s disastrous 0–16 Women’s Ashes loss to fierce rivals Australia earlier this year is still being reviewed as she makes her journey. A disheartening group-stage loss at the Women’s T20 World Cup in October had come before that. Although only as a specialist batter, she will still be eligible to be selected for the national squad.
Heather Knight will be proud of her leadership career, despite the recent run of lacklustre performance. Knight, who succeeded Charlotte Edwards as captain in June 2016, guided England to two more ICC event finals in 2018 and 2022, as well as a historic home World Cup victory in 2017. Following dismal performances in recent games, the ECB has made the decision to implement the adjustments. In the next few days, the new England captain is anticipated to be announced.
“The greatest honour of my life has been leading my nation for the past nine years, and I will look back on my time there with a great deal of pride. All good things come to an end, so even though I have enjoyed the challenge of leading the team, it’s time for me to return to the ranks and concentrate on being the best batter and teammate I can be. Knight was reported by ESPNcricinfo as stating, “Winning the ICC Women’s World Cup at home at Lord’s in 2017 will always be a huge highlight, but being a part of the huge steps forward made in the women’s game off the pitch brings me just as much pride.”
Many thanks to everyone: Heather Knight
Heather Knight made sure to express her gratitude to the instructors she had collaborated with while serving as captain. She also thanked her family and supporters, who never wavered in their support, even during the difficult times.
“I want to express my gratitude to all of the players and staff who have contributed throughout the process, especially the three head coaches I’ve enjoyed working with: Mark, Lisa, and Jon. The job is made by the individuals. I am grateful to the supporters who have stood by me and the squad during both the good times and the bad.
Last but not least, I would not be here without the support of my friends, family, and my long-suffering partner Tim. You share my path. Being England’s captain has been the most fulfilling time of my career, and I have loved it, but for the time being, I’m eager to concentrate on my batting and do everything in my power to help the team and the new captain,” she said.
The Plymouth native has participated in 14 Test matches, 149 One-Day Internationals, and 129 Twenty20 Internationals, amassing over 7,000 runs and taking 84 wickets.
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