Medlycott leaves Surrey

Keith Medlycott today quit as cricket manager of Surrey.

The 38-year-old led the county to three championships and a host of cup successes during six seasons in the job.

But the club failed to retain their title last season amid rumours of discontent among senior players over selection.

Medlycott's decision to go is the latest development in a turbulent close-season which has already seen Adam Hollioake resign as captain and Ian Ward leave for Sussex.

Medlycott said: "It has been a privilege to have managed the side through a period of unrivalled success. I now feel that following Adam's decision to stand down as captain that the time is right for me to leave to pursue other opportunities and fresh challenges.

"I believe I have taken Surrey as far as I can and that under a new manager and captain in Jonathan Batty, the club can continue to be a success."

Medlycott played for Surrey between 1984 and 1992 and rejoined the county five years later as assistant cricket manager to David Gilbert.