Tuesday 16 September 2014 12:10, UK
Varun Chopra has been named as Jim Troughton's replacement as Warwickshire captain.
The opening batsman has been in charge of the Bears for most of this season, with Troughton out because of the persistent back injury which has forced him into an early retirement.
Chopra helped Birmingham to a first NatWest T20 Blast title in August and Warwickshire have also reached the final of the Royal London One-Day Cup, which takes place at Lord’s on September 20.
Director of cricket Dougie Brown said: “Varun has done an outstanding job as vice-captain and in deputising for Jim.
"His captaincy credentials have been proven by the team’s excellent results in recent months and he is the natural successor to lead the club.
“Whilst Jim’s injury has resulted in his premature retirement from the game, he remains a key member of the team management as we prepare for the Royal London Cup Final at Lord’s and approach our final LV= County Championship match next week.”
Chopra moved past 7,500 first-class runs this season and was part of the England Lions squad that toured Australia last winter.
