Josh Cobb retires from cricket, joins Warwickshire academy

Josh Cobb, the notable English all-rounder, has announced his retirement from professional cricket at the age of 34 to assume the role of boys' academy lead at Warwickshire. Over his 18-year career, Cobb played 448 matches, scoring more than 13,000 runs and taking 133 wickets, while achieving recognition as the only player to win 'Player of the Match' in two T20 Blast finals. He began his career with Leicestershire in 2007 and had stints with Northamptonshire and Worcestershire, making a significant impact in T20 formats. Reflecting on his career, Cobb expressed gratitude for his experiences, including his first century at Lord's and his contributions to various teams. As he transitions to coaching, he aims to nurture young talent at Warwickshire and help them develop into professional players. Cobb's appointment aligns with Warwickshire's commitment to fostering homegrown players and enhancing their academy's reputation.