By Matthew Slinn
The 2025 edition of the Wisden Almanack has named its illustrious Five Cricketers of the Year, with the quintet all being England-qualified for the first time in 20 years.
Current England men’s internationals Gus Atkinson and Jamie Smith are included, joined by Liam Dawson and Dan Worrall, both in dominant form in the English domestic game. The group is completed by England Women’s star, Sophie Ecclestone.
Editor Lawrence Booth explained the selections of Smith and Atkinson, saying: “Gus made a dream Test debut, taking 12 wickets against West Indies at Lord’s, and never loo...
