Alastair Cook

Cricketer and former England captain

Alastair Cook - Cricketer and former England captain
Born

December 25th, 1984
40 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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An English cricketer with a highly successful career, played primarily as an opening batsman. Debuted for the England national team in 2006 and served as captain from 2012 to 2016. Played a crucial role in leading England to victory in the 2013 Ashes series, which took place in Australia. Accumulated over 15,000 runs in Test matches, becoming one of the country's leading run-scorers. Retired from international cricket in 2018, leaving a legacy as one of England's greatest cricketers.

Scored over 15,000 runs in Test cricket

Captained England to victory in the 2013 Ashes

Most Test matches played for England

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