Jamie Cox: Former captain replaces Gordon Hollins as Somerset chief executive

Jamie Cox has most recently has most recently worked for the MCC at Lord's

Somerset have named former captain Jamie Cox as their new chief executive.

The Australian played at the club between 1999 and 2004 and takes over from Gordon Hollins, who will leave the role in March after three years.

Cox, 54, has most recently been director of cricket and operations at the Marylebone Cricket Club at Lord's.

He also worked for the Australian Institute of Sport and Cricket Australia, where he was national selector, since retiring from playing.

"I am thrilled we have been able to recruit as chief executive someone of Jamie Cox's stature and impressive track record to lead Somerset through the exciting and challenging years ahead," said Somerset chair Sir Michael Barber.

"Jamie has a stellar career in sport and cricket leadership both in Australia and England.

"His experience of integrating women's and men's sport, for example, is directly relevant to the challenges ahead."

Cox played for both Somerset and Tasmania across an 18-year career in first-class cricket.

He led the county to the C&G Trophy title in 2001 and retired at the end of the 2005-06 campaign.

"Travelling to the South West has always felt like returning home, and my family and I are excited to be returning to a place where we have enjoyed so many fond memories," Cox said.