Michael Clarke undergoes nose skin cancer removal, urges regular checks

Former Australian captain Michael Clarke has undergone surgery to remove another skin cancer lesion, this time from his nose, and used his social media post to urge people to prioritize regular skin checks. The 44-year-old, who first faced skin cancer during his playing days, described the latest procedure as another reminder of the condition that has affected him multiple times over the past two decades. He also thanked his doctor for detecting the issue early, urging fans to stay vigilant about their own skin health.

Clarke’s announcement comes as a personal health update from a figure long associated with Australia’s high-profile cricket successes. He captained the national side in 74 Tests and 139 One-Day Internationals, guiding Australia to a 2013-14 Ashes whitewash and to the 2015 World Cup title before retiring from international cricket in 2015. Beyond his leadership, he remains a prominent cricket analyst and commentator, and cohosts the Beyond23 Cricket Podcast, contributing to ongoing public engagement around the sport.

medically, Clarke has faced multiple skin cancers, with his first diagnosis recorded in 2006 during his cricket career. Since then, he has undergone...