Tammy Beaumont Announces International Retirement

Final Test at Lord’s

Tammy Beaumont has confirmed she will retire after England’s next Test against India, which begins on Friday. The 35‑year‑old, who made her debut in 2009, called the match at Lord’s – the first women’s Test ever staged there – the ideal venue to conclude a distinguished career. “Playing for England for nearly 17 years has been the greatest honour,” she said, reflecting on her long service.

Career Statistics

Beaumont accumulated 11 Tests, 140 one‑day internationals and 109 T20s for her country. She holds the England women’s record with **12 ODI centuries** and is one of just two English women, alongside former captain Heather Knight, to score an international hundred in all three formats. She became the first English woman to post a Test double‑century, hitting **208 runs** against Australia at Trent Bridge during the 2023 Ashes.

Key Milestones

• First central‑contract player for England women (2014)
• Player of the tournament when England lifted the World Cup at Lord’s in 2017
• Regular opener in the top order from 2016 until a shift in 2022
• Missed the recent T20 World Cup and was omitted from the ODI squad versus New Zealand

Domestic Commitment

Beaumont will continue to play domestic cricket, representing **The Blaze** in regional competitions and the **Birmingham Phoenix** in The Hundred. This decision ensures her involvement in the English league system while her international chapter draws to a close. She expressed excitement about remaining part of the domestic landscape.

Impact and Legacy

Clare Connor, Managing Director of England Women, praised Beaumont’s “remarkable contribution” and highlighted her status as one of the last amateur international players. Connor described her as “always smiling, always fun, and always team‑first,” urging the new generation to follow her example. The tributes underline Beaumont’s role in inspiring countless young players, especially during the summer’s surge in participation.