MOEEN Ali has announced he will call time on his domestic career when his Warwickshire contract ends in mid-July.
But the all-rounder still wants to play a role in the Bears’ Vitality Blast campaign.
Moeen, 37, retired from international cricket last year and will not feature in The Hundred’s retained list which is set to be announced tomorrow (Tuesday) or the competition’s subsequent draft.
However, he says he wants to be part of the Bears’ push to reach Finals Day this summer in a player-coach capacity.
He said: “This is a big decision for me and not one I’ve taken lightly. But I’ve reached a decision in the last few days, taking into account what I feel is best for me and my family at this stage in my career.
“I’m still passionate about the game and want to play as much as I can. I still love playing and I love being in a team environment.
“I also enjoy talking to players about cricket, the tactics, and I think that’ll help me move smoothly into coaching after my playing days are over.
“I came back to Warwickshire with an aim of trying to help them win the Blast and I still want to play a role this year. I’ll be available to play throughout the Blast group games, and would love to be involved as a player-coach.”
Warwickshire Chief Executive Stuart Cain described Moeen – who is currently taking his Level 3 coaching qualifications – as a hero and inspiration to children across the region.
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But still wants to play a role in the Bears’ Vitality Blast campaign.
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He added: “Moeen is an icon of cricket and a local hero who has inspired children from all walks of life across our region to pick up a bat and ball.
“So it’s great that he’s finishing his domestic career as a Bear and will continue to help us through 2025 as he starts his transition to life as a coach.
“We’re extremely grateful for all he’s done for us and the game in general.
“Once a Bear, Always a Bear, so hopefully we can continue working with Mo in years to come.”
