James Foster

James Foster

Question: Which former England wicketkeeper recently announced the retirement of all forms of cricket after the last season?
(a) Jonny Bairstow
(b) Matt Prior
(c) James Foster
(d) Tim Ambrose
Answer- (c)
Related facts-

  • On September 14, 2018, the Essex County Club and England’s former wicketkeeper James Foster announced his retirement from all forms of cricket after the final season.
  • Foster’s contract with Essex has ended.
  • Wicketkeeper James Foster made his Test debut against India in 2001 in Mohali.




  • Foster’s international career at a glance-
  • Test-7 matches, 226 runs at an average of 34.55 in 12 innings, with highest score of 48 runs.
  • ODI-11 matches, 41 runs at an average of 57.74 in 6 innings, highest score of 13 runs.
  • International T20, 5 match, 37 runs at an average of 115.62 in 5 innings, highest score 14 runs (unbeaten).

References-

http://www.espncricinfo.com/story/_/id/24671183/james-foster-retires,-coaching-career-beckons