David Lloyd has stood down from his position as Derbyshire Club Captain.
Lloyd, who joined the Club from Glamorgan in 2023, was appointed Club Captain at the beginning of the 2024 season and led the side in the County Championship.
The 32-year-old has taken the decision to step down from his role in order to focus on his batting, and remains a key part of Mickey Arthur’s squad across all formats in 2025.
Head of Cricket, Mickey Arthur, said: “David has given his all to the captaincy and he has been a fantastic leader for us, but the mental pressures of trying to lead a team, especially while you are trying to rediscover your own form, coupled with having a young family mean it’s best for all parties if we take some of that weight off his shoulders.
“David has been honest with me, he is determined to contribute to the team and his experience and leadership will still be invaluable for us, both on the field and in the dressing room, and I’m looking forward to seeing the best of him this summer.”
Lloyd added: “This has not been an easy decision for me, but I have had a good group of friends, family and teammates to confide in over this winter, and I believe this is what will allow me to focus on my game.
“It has been an honour for me to captain Derbyshire, and I’m now looking forward to playing with less pressure on my shoulders, continuing to learn from the experience of Mickey and our coaching team, and showing our Members and supporters what I can do.
“We want to get back to competing across all formats, I am excited to play my part and hopefully helping our new Club Captain any way I can.”
The Club would like to thank David for his efforts in the role, and a new Club Captain will be named in due course.
