Top 12 International cricketers whose injuries ended their careers

4. Andrew Flintoff

Andrew Flintoff is remembered as one of the best all-rounders for England. Riding on his extraordinary bowling performance, England lifted the Ashes urn after 18 years in 2005. In England’s one of the most memorable wins, he clinched 24 wickets in five Tests and became the most successful bowler for his team.

During his career, the England legend struggled with injuries. From 2007-09, Flintoff struggled to play consistently as he got injured four times during these two years. In 2009, he participated in the cash-rich IPL but opted out of it after appearing in three games due to a knee injury.

In July 2009, the English cricketer announced that he would bid adieu to international cricket after the Ashes 2009 edition. He decided to call time on his career due to injuries. Playing the last Ashes series, Flintoff took eight wickets in seven innings of four matches and helped England to emerge victorious in the series by a 2-1 margin. In the second Test, he also received the Player of the Match award for his stupendous bowling performance.