Zimbabwean wicket-keeper batsman Brendan Taylor has returned to play for his country. Taylor, who retired from Zimbabwe after 2015 World cup, is set to make a comeback as he made himself available for the selection.

Taylor has signed a three-year Kolpak deal with Nottinghamshire, subject to ECB approval, which made him ineligible to play for Zimbabwe while that contract is in effect. His contract was expiring at the end of the 2017 season, but he granted permission to end it with immediate effect. 

During 2015 World Cup, on the eve of the match against India, Taylor had tweeted, "Sadly after 11 years, I have decided to retire from ZC.My heart will always be close to my team mates and country.Thank you for your support!"

The 31-year-old could don the national colors in a couple of months time when Zimbabwe host West Indies in October for a two-match Test series.

According to cricbuzz, in an official media release, ZC announced the re-signing of Brendan Taylor. "Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) is pleased to announce that following the end of his contract with and release from English county Nottinghamshire, ZC has formally contracted Brendan Taylor to play domestic and international cricket in and for Zimbabwe."

Taylor's comeback naturally elated Zimbabwe's head coach - Heath Streak who commented on the development, saying: "I am elated to have Brendan Taylor back in a Zimbabwe jersey. We welcome him back and we are looking forward to him making a big difference for us and spending the rest of his playing career in his country of birth."

Brendan talked about his journey with Nottinghamshire.

"I've thoroughly enjoyed my time at Trent Bridge where I have made some fantastic friends among the dressing room and Club staff during the three seasons I have been here," Taylor, who was the club's first ever batsman to register centuries in his first two games, said on Thursday (September 14).

"Winning two trophies for Notts in these past few months, including one at Lord's, has been a real highlight in my career, and given me moments that I will never forget.

"But being away from my wife and children has proven to be very difficult for me and I have reached a point in my life where I must consider their needs," he added.

The ICC's decision to award the 2019 World Cup qualifying tournament to Zimbabwe seems to have played a part in Taylor's decision to return home. He is also happy with the improved governance under the tenure of ZC chairman Tavengwa Mukuhlani. It has created confidence that better days are ahead.

Taylor is the second Zimbabwe player to go Kolpak after he made his Test comeback. Kyle Jarvis signed for Lancashire in August 2013. Both have returned now.

Taylor has represented Zimbabwe in 23 Tests, 167 ODIs, and 25 T20Is before his move to Nottinghamshire.