Tim Bresnan retires from professional cricket

Former England all-rounder Tim Bresnan announced his retirement from professional cricket. Bresnan, now 36, marked an end to his 20-year-long career on a high after winning the County Championship title in 2021.

"This has been an incredibly tough decision, but after returning to winter training I feel that this is the right time," the right hander said.

Warwickshire, Bresnan’s last County team, whom he helped achieve their eight County title gave a statement via their director Paul Fabrace, speaking highly of the former international.

"I've been incredibly fortunate to work with him throughout his cricketing journey and he has been a marvellous servant to the game. When Tim joined Warwickshire, I believed he could make a huge impact to our side with his experience, knowledge and attitude, and as a County Champion he has certainly achieved that.

"His performances for the club have been exemplary... during his international career, Tim rose to the occasion when his country needed him and his achievements on the biggest stage show how talented and driven, he is."

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