Mark Ramprakash, a former England cricketer, has stepped down from his position as the consultant batting coach at Middlesex. This move concludes a notable phase in his coaching career, which began with Middlesex in 2012 and saw him ascend to the role of England's lead batting coach in 2014.

A Storied Playing Career

Ramprakash's cricketing journey is nothing short of legendary. He amassed 2,350 runs in 52 Tests for England, including two centuries. His professional career started with Middlesex, where he spent 13 years and scored 15,046 runs, including 46 hundreds. In 2001, he moved to Surrey, where his performance was even more remarkable, scoring 15,837 runs with 61 tons. This achievement placed him among the elite, as only the 25th batter to score 100 first-class centuries.

Coaching Career Highlights

Ramprakash's coaching career mirrored his playing days in terms of dedication and success. After his initial stint with Middlesex, he took on the role of England's lead batting coach in 2014, a position he held until 2019. His return to Middlesex in 2021 as a consultant batting coach was seen as a move to bolster the team's batting lineup.

Current Scenario at Middlesex

Ramprakash leaves Middlesex at a challenging time, with the club positioned second from the bottom in County Championship Division Two. Despite the team's struggles, Middlesex expressed their gratitude for his contributions. In a statement on their website, they said, "We thank Mark for his dedication and all that he has done for the club and wish him the best for the future."

Related Topics

• Middlesex
• County Cricket
• Cricket Coaching

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