England all-rounder Jamie Overton has announced an indefinite break from red-ball cricket, citing the physical and mental demands of the modern game.

In a statement shared by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), the 31-year-old expressed deep appreciation for the role first-class cricket has played in shaping his career. “It’s where I learned the game and built the ambitions that have driven me,” he said, reflecting on the format that launched his professional journey.

Overton, who has represented England in two Test matches and made 99 First-Class appearances, emphasized that the year-round intensity of multi-format cricket has made it difficult to sustain full commitment across all levels. He confirmed that his future focus will shift entirely to white-ball cricket, where he aims to continue competing at the highest level.

His last Test outing came during England’s home series decider against India in Manchester. The timing of his announcement is notable, arriving just ahead of England’s high-stakes tour of Australia, where the two sides will clash in a five-match ICC World Test Championship series starting November 21 in Perth.

Overton’s decision marks a significant moment in England’s squad evolution, as selectors prepare for a challenging campaign Down Under without one of their seasoned all-round options in the longer format.