Hard-hitting batsman Ben McDermott is returning residence to Queensland after eight seasons with the Tasmanian Tigers.
McDermott, 28, has signed a three-year cope with the Bulls, the place he made his first-class and one-day debuts within the 2014-2015 season earlier than departing for the Apple Isle.
“We’re very happy Ben has chosen to come back to Queensland and look forward to him joining with the coaching staff and rest of the Bulls squad once pre-season gets underway,’’ Queensland Cricket general manager of high performance Bennett King said.
“We’re very keen to work with Ben to help him realise his playing goals and no doubt his experience and skills will be welcomed by the playing group.
“He’s a seasoned player who has performed in all formats for Tasmania and Australia, and so it will be exciting to see him progress in the future.”
Despite his return residence, the Australian one-day and T20 worldwide consultant will nonetheless play for the Hobart Hurricanes within the BBL.
McDermott, the son of Australian fast-bowling nice Craig McDermott, performed 49 first-class video games for Tasmania, scoring a century and 18 half-centuries.
He additionally featured in 32 one-day video games for the Tigers, along with his 1374 runs at a mean 45.80 together with 4 centuries and 9 half-centuries.
Cricket Tasmania thanked McDermott for his “outstanding service” to the Tigers.
“Cricket Tasmania is thrilled that Ben gets the opportunity to continue his cricket while himself and his young family are located closer to the immediate support of their family and loved ones,” a CT assertion stated.
“We wish Ben, Mandy and Sadie all the best in the next phase of their lives, and look forward to welcoming them all back to Tasmania ahead of BBL13.”
Originally revealed as Ben McDermott leaves Tasmania to hitch the Queensland Bulls on a three-year deal
Source: www.dailytelegraph.com.au
