Wasn’t the perfect ending but happy to play a Test at Lord’s: Heather Knight
England women's cricket captain Heather Knight has reflected on her retirement following the team's Test match defeat against India at Lord's. Knight expressed satisfaction with her career and excitement for her future role as general manager of London Spirit.
Why it matters
The retirement of a prominent athlete marks a transition point in international women's cricket history.
One of the finest careers in international women’s cricket came to an end with the first-ever Women’s Test at Lord’s. Heather Knight, who led England to the 2017 World Cup victory at the same venue, admitted it wasn’t a perfect end. England suffered a 270-run defeat to India.
“Life isn’t perfect, cricket isn’t perfect and it wasn’t the perfect ending, but so happy to be involved in a Test match at Lord’s,” Knight said. “That was one of the reasons I wanted to finish here. To do it at Lord’s, a ground so special for me and I have had so many amazing memories here – and I guess it is my new place of work (as general manager of London Spirit), so that is cool and I think it has been an amazing occasion.”
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