The privilege of county cricket

Former Australian batsman Marcus North, who played for Derbyshire, Durham, Gloucestershire, Hampshire and Lancashire during his career, says in the Sydney Morning Herald that he considers himself extremely privileged to be able to play county cricket in England, as it has contributed to his life as cricketer and as a person.

I have no doubt without my experiences and performances in England I would not have represented my country or be living the lifestyle I am able to lead with my growing young family. It's not a right to play professional cricket, it's a privilege. Never take it too seriously and enjoy every moment of the journey, regardless of how good or bad.