Chris Wright extends playing career into 20th season

The experienced seamer has taken 540 first-class wickets since making his professional debut in 2004

Experienced seamer Chris Wright has signed a new contract with Leicestershire, taking his professional career into a twentieth season.

The former Warwickshire bowler, 37, moved to Grace Road ahead of the 2019 season.

He has since taken 154 wickets across formats, with 540 in first-class cricket since making his professional debut in 2004.

"I'm focused on playing for as long as I can, as well as using my experience to help in the dressing room, especially with our younger bowlers," he said.

"I was really pleased with my contribution in helping the team reach the quarter-finals of the Royal London Cup, and although this year was ultimately disappointing in the Championship, there were some good signs moving into next year."

^{Wright (right) is a key experienced player in Leicestershire's dressing room (Stu Forster/Getty Images)}

Wright is one of few players of significant experience in an otherwise young squad, with Leicestershire's seam attack otherwise including the likes of Ed Barnes, Tom Scriven and Roman Walker.

Leicestershire director of cricket Claude Henderson added: "Chris is a true professional. He is well-established within the club, and we are really glad that he has committed his future to Leicestershire.

"Significantly, he's a leader in the changing room and we are looking forward to seeing him helping the team again next year."

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