Heather Knight Ruled Out of England Summer Cricket, The Hundred 2025

England cricket batter and former captain Heather Knight has been ruled out of the entire 2025 home summer international season, including the upcoming three-match ODI series against West Indies and the tour of India, due to a significant tendon injury in her right hamstring. The injury occurred during her unbeaten 66-run innings in the final T20I against West Indies, after which she was unable to field and subsequently underwent an MRI scan confirming the severity of the damage. Knight will also miss the 2025 season of The Hundred, where she was expected to lead London Spirit in their title defense. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) stated that while no definite return date can be set at present, there is hope she will recover in time for the ICC Women's World Cup in India scheduled for September 2025. In response to her absence, England has added 20-year-old Alice Capsey to the ODI squad, bringing fresh energy and versatility to the team. The ECB medical team will continue to assess Knight's condition to determine the best course of action for her recovery.