Mark Ramprakash granted early release from England Test batting coach deal


Mark Ramprakash granted early release from England Test batting coach deal so he can explore other career opportunities

By David Charlesworth, Press Association Sport

Published: 06:17 EDT, 31 May 2019 | Updated: 06:18 EDT, 31 May 2019

Mark Ramprakash is set for an early release from his England and Wales Cricket Board contract in order to explore other career opportunities, the governing body has announced.

Ramprakash revealed earlier this year he had been stood down from his role as Test batting coach for this summer's Ashes series, with former England and Surrey team-mate Graham Thorpe expected to step into the breach.

The 49-year-old former England batsman had held the position since November 2014 but he will bring an end to his time at the ECB in June.

Mark Ramprakash is set for an early release from his England and Wales Cricket Board contract

Ashley Giles, England's director of cricket, said: 'Mark has been an integral part of our coaching set-up over the past six years and has done an excellent job in developing players for the international arena.

'We both felt it was the right time for him to leave. He is ambitious and highly regarded in the game, and we wish him well in the next chapter of his coaching career.'

England's Test batting came under increasing scrutiny towards the end of Ramprakash's tenure following a series of collapses and low scores, prompting Giles to change the set-up.

Former England and Surrey team-mate Graham Thorpe is expected to take over

Ramprakash added: 'I feel the time is now right for me to move on from my role at the ECB and seek to further and broaden my career.

'The last six years have been a hugely enjoyable time of my life. In that time, I have been privileged to be able to support, encourage and mentor the Young Lions, England Lions and the England Test and ODI teams.

'To have worked with the best players, alongside a variety of world-class coaches and support staff, has given me vast experience, which I will build on in the future. I want to thank them for the opportunity. Many have become friends for life.

'Finally, I wish the ECB and England cricket team all the best for the future.'

Ramprakash insisted 'the last six years have been a hugely enjoyable time of my life'

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