Bell replaces Chopra as Warwickshire captain

He said his appointment does not affect his "overwhelming desire and ambition" to win back his England Test place.

The 33-year-old made his Warwickshire debut in 1999 and has scored 17,687 runs in 261 first-class matches.

"The club and Edgbaston have been a huge part of my life since an early age and I have made no secret of my desire to captain the Bears," said Bell.

"I am very proud to now be given the opportunity to lead this exciting squad and to challenge for titles in all forms of the game."