He has been hit on the head at least 10 times and the doctors, after last hit in 2024, advised him to give up the game. Cricket Sports. Australia youngster Will Pucovski has retired from cricket at age of 27 after suffering from multiple concussions during his career (mostly domestic). The Australian cricketer, who played one Test in 2021, will end his career after a recommendation from a medical panel. Pucovski has suffered a series of head injuries, including concussions and stress responses, that have affected his performance and health. Will Pucovski, touted as one of Australia's greatest-ever batting talents, has retired after a prolonged history with concussion. Pucovski, 27, has said that he will not be playing any form of cricket going forward and instead will be transitioning towards commentary and coaching. 12 months since his latest bout of concussion, Will Pucovski has been forced to retire from all cricket prematurely on the doctors' recommendation having struggled to cope with the same. Pucovski ...