Craig Wright, former Scotland cricket captain and one of the, if not the, most influential figures in Scottish cricket over the last decade has stepped down from international cricket. Craig was the figurehead and poster boy for Scottish cricket during the re branding to Scottish Saltires that came with inclusion in the English domestic one day set up and led the side to victory in the 2004 Intercontinental Cup and and 2005 ICC Trophy. It was under his watch that Cricket Scotland laid the groundwork for the side becoming the leading Associate nation and although poor showings of late have seen that position slide, Craig's personal contribution to the side in terms of experience, late order runs and most crucially his tight bowling and wicket taking ability countinued to be of the highest standard and cannot be underestimated. He will now concentrate on club duties with Greenock, coaching the Scotland u-17 and u-19 sides and his full time role as Cricket Scotland performance development manager. I'm sure all in Scottish Cricket would wish Craig all the best for the future and thank him for everything he has helped to achieve since his debut in 1997.The full article can be found here http://www.cricketscotland.com/WrightRetires
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