Mark Andrew Wood, born on 11 January 1990, is a prominent English cricketer who has made significant contributions in international cricket, representing England in all formats of the game. In the domestic cricket arena, he is associated with Durham and has also played for the Chennai Super Kings. Notably, in the current season, he is part of the Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League.
Wood marked his debut in Test, One Day International (ODI), and Twenty20 International (T20I) cricket in the year 2015. He played a pivotal role in the England teams that clinched victory in the 2019 Cricket World Cup and the 2022 T20 World Cup.
Renowned for his right-handed fast bowling, Mark Wood stands out as one of the fastest bowlers globally, consistently delivering at an impressive average Test pace of 89 mph since 2020.
Mark Wood Family- Father, Mother, Siblings, Kids
Derek Wood is the father of Mark Wood. However, nothing else is known about the man. There is no information on Wood’s mother as well. The sibling data is also not available.
Mark Wood has found his life partner in Sarah Lonsdale, and together they have been blessed with a son. Mark’s commitment to a teetotal lifestyle is noteworthy, and he proudly supports the Labour Party. Additionally, he holds a strong allegiance to AFC Wimbledon, showing his passion for the football club.
Mark Wood Domestic Career
Beginning his county cricket journey in 2008, Wood had his debut for Northumberland against Norfolk in the MCCA Knockout Trophy. His stint in Minor counties cricket extended from 2008 to 2010, during which he made three appearances in the Minor Counties Championship and three in the MCCA Knockout Trophy.
The transition to Durham occurred in the 2011 season, where he marked his first-class debut against Durham MCCU and his List A debut against Northamptonshire in the 2011 Clydesdale Bank 40. Subsequently, Wood continued to contribute to Durham, making additional appearances in first-class matches against Sri Lanka A and List A matches against Scotland in the Clydesdale Bank 40. His talent was recognized as he debuted for the England Lions during their 2014 tour of Sri Lanka.
Venturing into franchise cricket, Wood joined the Chennai Super Kings for the 2018 IPL season, securing a notable contract worth INR 1.5 crores (~£160,000). In the 2022 Indian Premier League auction, he was acquired by the Lucknow Super Giants, but an unfortunate elbow injury ruled him out of the tournament.
The trajectory of Wood’s franchise cricket endeavors continued as he was bought by the London Spirit for the 2022 season of The Hundred in April 2022. This move further added to his experiences in various cricketing formats, showcasing his versatility and appeal in the T20 arena.
Mark Wood Parents FAQs
1- Who is the father of Mark Wood?
Derek Wood is the father of Mark Wood.
2- Who is the mother of Mark Wood?
Mark Wood’s mother name is not available.