IPL 2025: Is Mark Wood Playing This Season? Injury Update & Auction Status
Mark Wood, the fast bowler for England, hurt his knee in the Champions Trophy 2025 match against Afghanistan. The game took place at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. The game is a must-win for Jos Buttler’s England, but their campaign took a major blow as Wood limped off the field.
Wood, despite his strapped knee, managed to bowl just four overs. Then, an awkward fall made his injury worse. His quick exit raised big worries about whether he could play for the rest of the tournament.
Will Mark Wood Miss IPL 2025?
Wood has been a key player in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He has played for the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG). Injuries have kept him from playing much. He has only participated in five IPL matches. Even with a brief time, he has been very effective. He took 11 wickets with a great average of 16.27 and a strike rate of 10.91.
Mark Wood’s IPL 2025 Auction Price and Team
Despite his strong IPL numbers, Mark Wood was not picked in the IPL 2025 auction. He had registered but failed to make the final shortlist. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) denied him a No Objection Certificate (NOC) for IPL 2025. They want him available for the Ashes.
How Wood’s Injury Affects IPL 2025 Teams
Since Wood was not signed by any IPL franchise this year, his injury will have no impact on the tournament’s teams. His absence could be a big setback for England. This is especially true for the Champions Trophy and the upcoming international matches