Who is the new bowling coach for Derbyshire?

Chris Wright, a recently retired fast bowler, has been appointed as the new bowling coach for Derbyshire.

What is Chris Wright's playing career achievement?

Chris Wright took more than 800 wickets during his professional playing career which spanned over two decades.

Why did Mickey Arthur appoint Chris Wright?

Mickey Arthur appointed Chris Wright due to his energy, enthusiasm, ideas, and recent high-level playing experience.

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Ex-Pro Wright Takes Derbyshire Coaching Bow

19 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Chris Wright, retired fast bowler, appointed Derbyshire's new bowling coach.
Wright, who took over 800 wickets, joins from Leicestershire promotion.
Mickey Arthur praised Wright's energy for his new coaching role.

Ex-Pro Wright Takes Derbyshire Coaching Bow

Derbyshire County Cricket Club has appointed Chris Wright, a recently retired seamer, as their new bowling coach. Wright, aged 40, concluded his playing career after contributing to Leicestershire's County Championship promotion as Division Two champions last season. His extensive career, spanning over two decades with multiple clubs, saw him take more than 800 wickets.

Wright's decision to join Derbyshire marks his first foray into coaching, succeeding Ajmal Shahzad who departed at the conclusion of the 2025 season. Derbyshire's head of cricket, Mickey Arthur, expressed confidence in Wright, citing his "energy, enthusiasm and ideas" as instrumental in securing the role.

Arthur further commented that Wright's recent high-level playing experience will enable him to connect effectively with the squad. This appointment is expected to foster a strong understanding and contribute to the continued development of Derbyshire's bowling attack.