Warwickshire re-sign Moeen Ali from Worcestershire on white-ball deal

England star Moeen Ali returns home to Warwickshire – 16 years after leaving for Worcestershire – as the all-rounder signs a three-year white-ball deal

  • Ali’s rejoined Warwickshire on a three-year deal 16 years after leaving Edgbaston
  • The England all-rounder, 35, left the club for Worcestershire at the end of 2006
  • Ali’s New Road contract is up at the end of the season but he wants to stay local
  • Ali’s new three year contract with Warwickshire will be white-ball specific
  • However, he will receive extra appearance fees for County Championship cricket

Moeen Ali has rejoined Warwickshire on a three-year contract 16 years after leaving Edgbaston.

The deal for Ali, 35, is white-ball specific and a player who recently reversed his Test retirement will receive extra appearance fees for County Championship cricket.

The England all-rounder left the club for Worcestershire as a teenager at the end of 2006 in the search of greater opportunities.

Ali has rejoined Warwickshire on a three-year contract 16 years after leaving Edgbaston 

With his New Road contract up at the end of the season, he began talking to other clubs from June 1 and although Yorkshire tried to persuade him to link up with his cousin Kabir Ali, the club’s bowling coach, and Adil Rashid, his close friend and fellow international spinner, he opted to remain in Birmingham where he lives. 

Despite reports to the contrary, Surrey did not chase his signature.

‘I’m delighted to return home. I was born and raised just a few miles away from the stadium,’ Ali said.

Ali’s contract is expiring at Worcestershire, where he has spent the last 15 years of his career

Ali’s new deal is white-ball specific but he will receive extra appearance fees for County Championship cricket 

‘When the opportunity presented itself, it was a decision I couldn’t say no to and I believe I have unfinished business at the Bears.

‘It’s a place that has the best atmosphere in world cricket, so much history and players always have memories and stories of playing here. I’m looking forward to contributing and be part of hopefully something special.’

Warwickshire’s director of cricket Paul Farbrace added: ‘Mo is a huge signing for Warwickshire and a real statement of intent for our ambitions.’




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