Cricket: Jones sets sights on England return
NEW Worcestershire signing Simon Jones hopes his move to New Road will be the launchpad to help resurrect his England career.
The 28-year-old seamer has signed a two-year contract with the county after spending over a decade with Glamorgan.
Jones has been blighted by injury since playing a pivotal role in the 2005 Ashes series, but admitted the move could be the catalyst to help him add to the 59 wickets he has taken in 18 Test matches for England.
“Playing for England is still an ambition of mine and I hope I can restart my international career,” Jones said.
“Anyone who has played international cricket will tell you it is where you want to be as a professional cricketer.
“But I realise the only way I am going to do that is by doing well in county cricket for Worcestershire, and that has to be my goal for the time being.
“New Road is a great place to bowl so I’m hoping to get some wickets and then I can start pushing for my place in the England side again.”
