England all-rounder announces break from red-ball cricket

England's bowling all-rounder Jamie Overton has announced that he will be taking an indefinite break from the red-ball format.

In a statement from England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), Overton said, "After a great deal of thought, I have decided to take an indefinite break from red-ball cricket.

He added, "Red-ball, first-class cricket has provided the foundation for my professional career and has been the gateway to every opportunity I’ve had in the game so far.

"It’s where I learnt the game, and it fuelled the goals and ambitions that have driven me for so long.

"However, at this stage of my career, with the demands of cricket across a 12-month calendar, it’s no longer possible to commit fully to all formats at every level, both physically and mentally.

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