England cricketer Graham Thorpe Died: Former England cricketer and coach Graham Thorpe has died at the age of 55, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Monday. Thorpe, a celebrated figure in the cricketing world, played 100 Test matches and 82 One-Day Internationals between 1993 and 2005, amassing 16 Test centuries throughout his career.
Career Highlights and Coaching Roles
Thorpe’s contributions extended beyond his playing days; he served as England’s batting coach and assistant coach. He stepped down from his coaching role in February 2022 following England’s 4-0 Ashes series defeat. In March 2022, Thorpe was appointed as Afghanistan’s head coach, but he was hospitalized with a serious illness before he could assume the role.
The ECB expressed profound sorrow at Thorpe’s passing, stating, “There seem to be no appropriate words to describe the deep shock we feel at Graham’s death.” The board highlighted Thorpe’s status as one of England’s finest-ever batters and a beloved figure in the cricketing community. The ECB’s statement continued, “The cricket world is in mourning today. Our hearts go out to his wife Amanda, his children, father Geoff, and all of his family and friends during this unimaginably difficult time.”
Thorpe’s legacy in cricket, marked by his exceptional skill and revered by fans worldwide, will be fondly remembered.