Hampshire all-rounder Liam Dawson has announced his retirement from first-class cricket with immediate effect.
The 36-year-old will still represent the county in the T20 Blast and One-Day Cup, but feels now is the right time to step away from the red-ball game.
The Rose and Crown are five matches into the County Championship season and sit bottom of Division One after one win and four defeats.
Dawson – who bowls left-arm spin – played in four of those matches, taking seven wickets.
He missed the home game against Glamorgan because of injury, which Hampshire lost by an innings and 69 runs.
Dawson said he had made the decision in an effort to extend his career in white-ball cricket.
“This is a decision that I haven’t taken lightly but I feel for the benefit of prolonging my career in white-ball cricket, the time is right,” he told Hampshire’s website., external
“I’m extremely proud to have played over 200 games for Hampshire and have had some amazing memories with so many players over the years.
“I’m fully committed to playing white-ball cricket for Hampshire and continuing the success we’ve had.
“To the fans and members who have turned out over the years, I can’t thank you enough for your support. Hampshire will always be my home.”
