Cricketer Jordan Thompson, 28, has signed with Warwickshire, officially joining the Bears at the end of the season. Known affectionately as “The man who makes things happen” among Yorkshire fans, Thompson has been an integral part of his home county since his debut in 2018.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new opportunity, Thompson remarked, “I’m incredibly excited to be joining Warwickshire and starting this new chapter. While it was a really tough decision to leave my home county of Yorkshire, the clear vision for the club and the opportunity to play alongside a number of familiar faces make this a truly exciting move for me.”
Injured with a side strain currently, Thompson has still made a considerable impact on the field, recording 322 wickets across all formats and showcasing his prowess as a lower-order batter with a highest score of 98 in first-class cricket.
Warwickshire’s first-team coach, Ian Westwood, praised Thompson, highlighting his versatility as a “three-dimensional, multi-format player” who will significantly enhance both the sporting and team culture at Warwickshire. Westwood stated that Thompson’s competitive nature and ability to perform under pressure will be invaluable to the squad.
James Thomas, the new performance director at Warwickshire, echoed these sentiments, noting Thompson’s fit within the club’s ambition to develop a modern and adaptable team. He pointed out that Thompson brings experienced quality to both red and white-ball cricket, along with valuable experience from various overseas franchises, which will deepen the squad and reinforce Warwickshire’s future identity.
Thompson’s transition to the Bears marks an exciting evolution in his career and sets the stage for a promising tenure in a club committed to fostering talent and success across all formats of the game. The cricket community eagerly anticipates his contributions to Warwickshire and the potential impact he will have moving forward.
This move reflects a positive development for both the player and the club, as Thompson’s excitement could invigorate the Bears’ ambitions for the upcoming seasons.