Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 02/03/1989 |
| Age | 37 years |
| Birthplace | Birmingham, Warwickshire, England |
Latest News about Chris Woakes
01/09/2025
Chris Woakes retired from international cricket in September 2025, ending a career that included appearances for England across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. He had been part of England's squads that won the 2019 Cricket World Cup and the 2022 T20 World Cup.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full name | Christopher Roger Woakes |
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| Nickname | The Wizard |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 6' 2" |
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| Weight | 80 Kg |
| Eye Color | Grey |
| Hair Color | Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Barr Beacon Language College, Walsall, England |
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| Educational Qualification | Graduate |
Personal Life
| Religion | Christianity |
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| Food Habit | Non-Vegetarian |
| Hobbies | Playing Snooker, Football, and Golf |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Amie Louise Woakes |
| Marriage Date | 10/02/2017 |
Family
| Father | Roger Woakes |
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| Mother | Elaine Woakes |
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| Spouse | Amie Louise Woakes |
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Career
| Batting Style | Right Handed | ||||||
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| Bowling Style | Right Arm Fast Medium | ||||||
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| Favourite Ball | Off-cuter | ||||||
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| International Retirement | September 2025 |
Favourites
| Cricketer | Jacques Kallis |
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| Footballer | Chris Armstrong |
| Golfer | Rory McIlroy |
| Holiday Destination | Wellington, New Zealand |
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| Football Club | Aston Villa F.C. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/chriswoakes/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Chris Woakes hails from Great Barr near Birmingham, with a family deeply involved in sports. | |
| 2. At six, Woakes began his cricket journey at Aston Manor cricket club under the guidance of Keith Forman. | |
| 3. Besides cricket, he dabbled in football and received a contract offer at just 14 years old. | |
| 4. Making his mark, Woakes debuted in first-class cricket for Warwickshire against West Indies in 2006. | |
| 5. His talent saw him play for multiple domestic and state teams. | |
| 6. Recognized for his stellar performances, he was named Wisden's 'Cricketer of the Year' in 2017. | |
| 7. Venturing into the Indian Premier League (IPL), Woakes represented Kolkata Knight Riders and Royal Challengers Bangalore. | |
| 8. A key player in England's victorious World Cup squad, Woakes is known for his impressive international cricket displays. | |
| 9. Despite injuries and surgeries, Woakes has displayed resilience throughout his career. | |
| 10. Proudly identifying as an all-rounder, Woakes thrives on the challenge of batting. | |
| 11. A key player in England's victorious World Cup squads, Woakes was part of the 2019 Cricket World Cup and 2022 T20 World Cup winning teams. |