Clarke is in his first season with Derbyshire after moving from Surrey (Getty)

Rikki Clarke has stepped down as Derbyshire captain following talks with the club.

Head of Cricket John Morris said the decision was made after the LV County Championship against Worcestershire.

Morris said: "He felt as though the role was impacting on his own personal performance and was affecting the team.

"It is a brave decision by Rikki and he deserves respect for putting the team and the club ahead of his own personal ambitions as a captain."

Chris Rogers will take over the captaincy until the end of the season.