5 players who left cricket midway and took up other profession

5. George Thoms, Australia – Surgeon

In cricketing fraternity there is a term called “One-Test wonder” and it perfectly defines the career of Australian cricketer, George Thoms. The Victorian who once opened the innings for his domestic team was an efficient red-ball cricketer with his classic technique. He made his first-class debut at the age of 21 and it took him 6 years to get into the international side.

Finally, he made his debut against West Indies after scoring more than 500 runs in the 1951-52 Sheffield season. Though he made a total of 44 runs on a tough Sydney pitch it turned out to be his last game for Kangaroos. Thereafter the right-hander sustained his cricketing passion with Victoria and ended up with more than 1100 runs in just 19 games.

Then one fine morning Thoms wrapped up his career to focus on his medical career. He didn’t want to injure his hands which might stall his career as a gynaecologist. He even introduced laser surgery in Australia in the mid-70s and became a successful surgeon. His patience and good motor skills helped him in both occupations.