Heather Knight's Two Defining Innings Before Retirement
As Heather Knight prepares to retire, we revisit two of her finest international performances.
Heather Knight announced her retirement from international cricket on July 12, ending a 15-year career that included leading England to the 2017 World Cup title. She will play her final match in the Test against India at Lord's.
Among her many standout innings, a breathtaking 78 off 45 balls against Australia in a 2020 WT20I tri-series match stands out. Walking in at 39/3, Knight transformed the innings with eight fours and three sixes, sharing a 115-run partnership with Fran Wilson to lift England to 156/4. Australia matched the total but England won in a one-over eliminator.
In the 2025 Women's World Cup, Knight scored a magnificent 109 off 91 balls against India, featuring 15 fours and a six. Her 113-run stand with Nat Sciver-Brunt powered England to 288/8, and they eventually won by four runs. These knocks encapsulate her ability to thrive under pressure.