A Legend Of The Game

Former England Batter Graham Thorpe Dies at 55

A Legend of the Game

Former England and Surrey batter Graham Thorpe has passed away at the age of 55. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced the tragic news on Monday, August 8th, 2023.

A Distinguished Career

Thorpe had a glittering cricketing career that spanned over two decades. He made his Test debut for England in 1993 and went on to play 100 Tests, scoring 6,744 runs at an average of 44.66. He also played 82 One-Day Internationals (ODIs) for England, scoring 2,384 runs.

Thorpe was a highly skilled and versatile batsman, known for his elegant strokeplay and ability to adapt to different conditions. He was a key member of England's team that won the 2005 Ashes series.

Illness and Passing

In recent years, Thorpe had been suffering from an undisclosed illness. The PCA had previously announced that he was seriously ill in hospital. The exact cause of his death has not been disclosed.

The cricket world has been left in mourning by Thorpe's passing. He was a respected and beloved figure in the game, both on and off the field. His legacy as one of England's greatest batters will live on.