Luke James Woodcock (born 19 March 1982) is a former New Zealand

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er who has played for

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in limited over internationals. He also played for

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in New Zealand's domestic competitions. An

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, he batted left handed and bowled left-arm orthodox spin. In March 2019, Woodcock announced his retirement from the game.

Domestic career

In October 2017, in the

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, he and

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made an opening partnership of 432 runs for Wellington. This was the highest opening partnership and the highest partnership for any wicket in

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in New Zealand. The following month, he played in his 128th game for Wellington, the most first-class appearances for a player with one team in New Zealand. In June 2018, he was awarded a contract with Wellington for the 2018–19 season.

International career

He has represented New Zealand in the One Day International and

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forms of the game, making his debuts against

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during the 2010–11 season.

References

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