In his first full summer in the club, Lloyd, 32, averaged 23.47 with the bat and 31.00 with the ball in the championship, and has chosen to retire from the captaincy in search of better returns.
“David has given everything to the Captaincy and has been a fantastic leader for us, but the mental pressures of trying to lead a team, especially while trying to rediscover his own form, along with having a young family they mean that it is better for all parties if we remove something of that weight of his shoulders,” said cricket Chief of Derbyshire, Mickey Arthur.
“David has been honest with me, he is determined to contribute to the team and his experience and leadership will continue to be invaluable to us, both in the countryside and in the locker room, and I hope to see the best of him this summer.”
Derbyshire underwent a renovation before the 2024 season, with Lloyd taking the captaincy after the game of Leus du Plooy and several new players. But progress was limited, after being without victories in 2023, they achieved a victory to go with six losses and a final end.
Lloyd said: “This has not been an easy decision for me, but I have had a good group of friends, family and teammates to trust during this winter, and I think this is what will allow me to concentrate on my game.
“It has been an honor for me for Captain Derbyshire, and now I am anxious to play with less pressure on my shoulders, continue learning from Mickey’s experience and our training team, and showing our members and followers what I can do.
“We want to compete again in all formats, I am excited to play my part and I hope to help our new club captain in any way I can.”
