Graham Thorpe

Former England batsman Graham Thorpe has passed away at the age of 55. The news of his demise was announced by the England and Wales Cricket Board. Thorpe, who played 100 Tests and 82 One-day internationals for England between 1993 and 2005, amassed 6,744 Test runs, including 16 centuries, with an average of 44.66.

Former England cricketer Graham Thorpe took his own life after a struggle with depression and anxiety fuelled by his failing health in the last two years, his wife Amanda has revealed. The 55-year-old passed away on August 5. Thorpe's demise was announced by the England and Wales Cricket Board and now his wife has revealed in an interview to former England captain Michael Atherton that he had a long mental and physical battle with himself before he took his own life.

Graham Thorpe, a left-handed batsman, made his international debut for England in 1993 and became a key player in the team's batting lineup throughout the late 1990s and early 2000s. He played in 100 Test matches, amassing 6744 runs at an impressive average of 44.66, which included 16 centuries and 39 half-centuries. His highest Test score was 200*.

Former England batsman Graham Thorpe has been named head coach of the Afghanistan senior men's team, the country's cricket board (ACB) announced on Tuesday. Thorpe, who played 100 Test matches for England between 1993-2005, stepped down as England batting coach in February, following their 4-0 Ashes defeat by Australia.

England assistant coach Graham Thorpe said pacer Ollie Robinson showed great character on the second day of the opening Test against New Zealand, after apologising for the "racist and sexist" tweets he posted over eight years ago.

Former England batsman and assistant coach Graham Thorpe is "seriously ill" in hospital, the Professional Cricketers' Association said on Tuesday.

Former England cricketer and coach Graham Thorpe passed away at 55. Known for his remarkable career, he played 100 Test matches and 82 ODIs for England. Thorpe's passing prompted tributes from cricket legends like Ben Stokes, Michael Vaughan, Anil Kumble, and Shaun Udal. He was also a key figure in coaching, contributing to England's 2019 ODI World Cup win.

England honored Graham Thorpe on Day 2 of the fifth Test at The Oval, with players and fans wearing white headbands, commemorating his birth anniversary and raising mental health awareness. Thorpe, who played 100 Tests, was remembered for his resilience. India resumed at 204/6, with pacers Atkinson and Tongue making early breakthroughs.

In a heartwarming gesture, England Test Captain Ben Stokes walked out for toss in the first Test against New Zealand at Lord's wearing a jersey bearing the name and Test cap number of former batter and batting coach Graham Thorpe, who is seriously ill and receiving treatment at a hospital.

Mohammed Siraj honoured the late Graham Thorpe by wearing a headband during the fifth Test against England, showcasing remarkable sportsmanship. Siraj's outstanding bowling, including a crucial four-wicket haul, shifted the match's momentum, restricting England to 247. His performance made him the series' leading wicket-taker with 18 scalps.

Graham Thorpe has become the latest casualty of England's woeful Ashes series after he stepped down as batting coach, the England and Wales Cricket Board confirmed on Friday.

Joe Root was confirmed as England's Test captain for next month's tour of the West Indies by interim managing director Andrew Strauss on Friday despite leading the side in a woeful 4-0 series loss in Australia.

Former England middle-order batsman Jonathan Trott was on Friday named as the new coach of Afghanistan, replacing Graham Thorpe who had to withdraw from the position on health grounds. Trott will take over for the tour of Ireland in August where the team will play five Twenty20 Internationals ahead of the World Cup in Australia later this year.

Jonathan Trott concluded his tenure as Afghanistan's head coach following their 2026 T20 World Cup exit. He expressed gratitude for the journey, highlighting significant achievements like their 2024 semifinal appearance and historic wins. Trott also reflected on his unexpected path to coaching Afghanistan and his future aspirations, including a potential return to coaching an English team.

England assistant coach Graham Thorpe was adamant they picked their best team despite picking up just two wickets on the opening day of the second Ashes Test against Australia on Thursday.

Graham Thorpe, a former England batsman, died after being struck by a train at Esher railway station. He took his own life on August 4, 2022. His wife, Amanda, revealed Thorpe had been battling mental illness and had previously attempted suicide. Thorpe represented England in 100 Test matches and 82 one-day internationals, scoring over 9,000 runs.

The pacers - which include Jasprit Bumrah, Ishant Sharma, Mohammed Siraj and Shardul Thakur for the first two Tests - are equally capable of prising out English wickets on Indian pitches. The England camp seems acutely aware of the evolving dynamic in the Indian attack.

England and New Zealand will contest the Crowe-Thorpe Trophy in future Test series, honoring the late Martin Crowe and Graham Thorpe. The trophy, crafted from the bats of both legends, commemorates their remarkable careers and contributions to cricket. Joe Root praised the decision, highlighting Thorpe's influence on his own career.

Former England cricketer Graham Thorpe's tragic death, after being hit by a train, followed a period of mental health struggles, an inquest revealed. His widow, Amanda Thorpe, shared his despair after losing his England coaching role due to a controversial incident during the Ashes tour.

Former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa revealed his struggle with depression, describing it as more challenging than any on-field battle. In a social media post and YouTube video, Uthappa aimed to destigmatize mental health, urging others to seek help. His openness highlights the importance of addressing mental health in high-pressure environments.

Stand-in England head coach Graham Thorpe feels playing in the Indian Premier League (IPL) has "enormously" helped Sam Curran to evolve his game.

Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood is set to play a crucial role in scripting his native country's downfall in the three-match T20 series against England after the hosts included him in the coaching staff for the upcoming contest, starting August 28.

During the fifth Test at The Oval, England and its fans honored the late Graham Thorpe, who passed away last year. A standing ovation occurred during tea, and players wore headbands designed with Thorpe's family. The tribute, "A Day for Thorpey," raised over £100,000 for Mind, a mental health charity, celebrating Thorpe's contributions as a player and coach.

Afghanistan have appointed former Pakistan players Younis Khan and Umar Gul as batting and bowling consultants respectively for their training camp in the United Arab Emirates.

England's young batters have been given a "wake-up call" by Australia in the Ashes series and must use it to kick-start their careers, assistant coach Graham Thorpe said.

Joe Root paid tribute to the late Graham Thorpe, crediting him for England's successful career. Before England's Test match against Sri Lanka, a commemorative video and moment of applause were planned. Thorpe's coaching had a significant impact on Root and other players' development. Thorpe took his own life at 55 after battling major depression and anxiety.

England captain Joe Root said on Wednesday that it was time for a fresh start after their Ashes debacle and that he was grateful to be given the opportunity to take the team forward, ahead of their tour to the West Indies.

Former English cricketer Tony Shillinglaw claims he has demystified Don Bradman's technique which helped him achieve the unmatched average of 99.94.

Senior India spinner R Ashwin feels sorry for England pacer Ollie Robinson, who has been suspended for racist and sexist tweets posted back in 2012, and has called his punishment "a strong indication of what the future holds in this social media generation."

England assistant coach Graham Thorpe on Monday said Ben Stokes should not forget that he has the ability to put bowlers on the back-foot as he tried to play down the star all-rounder's apparent struggles against seasoned Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin.