RICHARD GIBSON: As revealed by Mail Sport on Monday, Yorkshire identified the 35-year-old Bairstow as the man to lead them on their return to the top flight of the County Championship.

Jonny Bairstow’s England career might be over, but the Yorkshire captain still possesses a gift for crisp timing, effortless power, and an impeccable sense of occasion.

Jonny Bairstow heads for the pavilion after his dismissal - Getty Images/Gareth Copley. Will Macpherson. April 11, 2025 at 5:28 PM UTC ...