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On Tuesday, March 25, former England captain Alastair Cook confirmed his availability for the upcoming World Championship of Legends, set to be held in Edgbaston in July this year. The former England cricketer is set to mark his return to competitive cricket in the upcoming tournament and will join his former teammates, Eoin Morgan in the England Champions.
It is to be noted that Cook retired from international cricket in 2018 as England’s highest run-scorer in Test cricket, but will reunite with Morgan, who will be leading the England Champions in the gloal tournament. Cook boasts of 161 Test matches, amassing 12,472 runs at an average of 45.35 and 33 centuries.
It is great to be back playing for my country: Alastair Cook on joining WCL 2025
Speaking after the announcement, the former England skipper said, “It is great to be back playing for my country. I am really looking forward to being back on the field with Eoin and other guys. The World Championship of Legends is providing the chance to be back involved with cricket at its best. I can’t wait!”
Praveen Sharma, the owner of England Champions also expressed excitement for adding more strength into the side. In the statement released, he said, “This is more than just a team announcement—it’s history in motion. With Cook and Morgan at the helm, England Champions is ready to take the WCL by storm.”
Eoin Morgan, who will lead England Champions, also welcomed the 40-year-old saying, “Having Alastair back is not just about cricket, it’s about camaraderie, history, and creating new memories. We’re not just playing the game - we’re honoring it.”
