Will forces an end of a career to Bragg about

GLAMORGAN batsman Will Bragg is ready to look for a new challenge after being forced to call a premature end to his cricket career.

Health problems have led 31-year-old Bragg to have to hang up his bat after amassing more than 5,500 first class runs in 11 years for his home county.

Gwent-born Bragg struggled with illness in the 2017 season and he said: “Last season was a frustrating one for me personally and I believe now is the right time for me to step away from the game.

“It’s been a great experience to come through the age groups of Welsh Cricket and represent Glamorgan for over a decade.

“I’ve always been proactive about my life away from the game, and while it may be odd not to be reporting back to training with the lads this winter I am enthused and excited by what the future holds for me.

“I’d like to thank all those people who have supported me over the years and I leave offering nothing but the best wishes for the club moving forward.”

In all, Bragg played 111 first-class games for Glamorgan, plus 47 List A matches and two T20 games.

Glamorgan chief executive Hugh Morris has paid tribute to him and said: “Will Bragg has been an integral part of Glamorgan for more than a decade.

“He was a big part of the dressing room and a fine batsman for the club, so it’s sad to see his career end prematurely.

“Will can look back on an outstanding professional career with great pride and on behalf of the club, the committee and all our supporters I want to thank him for his dedication to Glamorgan and wish him and his family all the very best in the future.”