Poynton retires due to car crash injury

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Tom Poynton, the Derbyshire wicketkeeper, has announced his retirement from the game aged 26. Poynton was involved in a car crash in 2014 – in which his father was killed – and the ankle injury he sustained has continued to cause problems, prompting his decision to quit.

Until last month, Poynton had been involved in every game for Derbyshire this season. However, the ankle flared up again and is expected to require further surgery, with Poynton deciding it will no longer hold up to the rigours of playing professionally.

“It’s been a really difficult decision to retire from the game I love, but the medical diagnosis and advice means I know that it’s the right decision,” Poynton said. “I’m grateful to everyone in the Derbyshire cricket …

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