Alright, so picture this: it’s seven years down the line, and here we are with Craig Miles, back in the Gloucestershire fold. It’s like one of those old homecoming movies. I mean, who doesn’t love a bit of nostalgia, right? Anyway — wait, am I getting ahead of myself? Let’s rewind.
Miles signs a fresh three-year deal starting November 2025. Not sure why I remember this so clearly, but his last hurrah with us saw him bowling Derbyshire out and clinching the win. It’s a bit of poetry, innit? That kind of stuff just sticks with you. Something about beginnings and endings.
And this guy — well, he’s been at Warwickshire for a hot minute. Did pretty well there too. Seven solid seasons, adding more wickets to his belt. I guess you could say he’s been around the block, which sounds weirdly comforting somehow.
He kicked things off as a kid, barely 16, on the field against Northamptonshire. That was 2011 — feels like another lifetime. Fast forward and bam, he’s nabbed 255 wickets for Gloucestershire alone. If I remember correctly, the math says he averages 26.68. Not bad, eh? But now enough of the numbers game.
So, talking of comebacks — he’s buzzing, and who wouldn’t be? He’s back with his squad, or should I say family? He’s been through some wild times here: the Cheltenham thing, the Lord’s day back in 2015. Some places just feel like… home. And Nevil Road, well, that’s it for him.
Now, side note: 2021 was lit for Miles at Warwickshire. Those 37 wickets helped grab the Division One title. No small feat. In the Bob Willis final, he was on fire with a 5-28. Memories, man, they’re sticky like that.
And he’s played the short game too — 68 wickets in 65 matches. Oh, and The Hundred thing? He was in there for the Superchargers. It’s fascinating how the formats mix, but I digress.
Mark Alleyne’s thrilled to have him back. And who wouldn’t be? The guy brings loads to the table. Or should I say the field? Whatever. Gloucestershire fans have a lot to look forward to. And who knows what 2026 holds? Maybe glory or just more beautiful chaos on the pitch. Either way, it’s going to be quite the ride.
Okay, I feel like I’ve wandered a bit—where was I? Ah, never mind. That’s the gist, anyway. Keep an eye out for Miles on the field. Could be magic, could be mayhem. Guess we’ll see.
