England Fast Bowler Mark Wood Ruled Out for Rest of 2024 Due to Elbow Injury

Mark Wood will miss England's remaining 2024 matches due to a right elbow stress injury. / Getty Images

England's pace attack has suffered a blow as Mark Wood has been ruled out for the remainder of 2024 with a stress injury in his right elbow.

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Mark Wood has been ruled out for the rest of the year following a right elbow injury.

Back stronger, Woody 💪

— England Cricket (@englandcricket) September 6, 2024

Wood, who initially missed the ongoing Test series against Sri Lanka with a thigh strain, underwent scans that revealed the more concerning elbow issue. This means he will miss the upcoming winter tours of Pakistan and New Zealand. The news comes as a major setback for both Wood and England. Wood had just made a successful return to the Test side in the recent series win against the West Indies, showcasing his trademark pace and taking nine wickets.

While the injury is a blow, there is hope for Wood's return in early 2025. The ECB is optimistic that he will be fit for the white-ball tour of India and the ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

Here's a quick summary of the situation:

• Mark Wood ruled out for rest of 2024 due to elbow injury.  
• Injury discovered during routine check-up following a previously known issue.   
• Wood will miss winter tours of Pakistan and New Zealand. 
• Expected return targeted for early 2025 white-ball tours.   

Wood remains positive and expressed his determination to return to action in a social media post.

This news comes ahead of England's upcoming T20 and ODI series against Australia, starting on September 11th. You can catch all the action live on Sony Liv.