Nash Signs For Another Year

Nash Signs For Another Year

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Sussex opener Chris Nash has signed a one-year contract extension with the club, which will see him remaining on the south coast until at least the end of the 2014 season.

The 28 year-old right-hander enjoyed a prolific 2011 season in all competitions and is now an established and senior player in the Sussex batting line-up. He scored almost 2000 runs in all formats last year, as well as taking 27 wickets with his underestimated off-spin; form which was enough to earn him a place in the England Lions side for three matches to take on Sri Lanka A.

“I am of course delighted to have signed an extension to my contract, as I have played here since I was seven years old, so to still be here is something I am very proud of,” said Nash, “With the players we have in our squad, our work ethic and the brilliant support we receive from everyone involved with Sussex, we are all excited about what we can achieve over the next few years.

“From a personal point of view I need to continue to score heavily in all forms to help Sussex win trophies and to push my claims for further honours. This is alongside the hard work I am putting in on my bowling to add further strength to my game.”

Sussex’s professional cricket manager Mark Robinson added: “We’re delighted that Chris has extended his contract. He has become a very reliable part of the team in all forms of the game. He is somebody we are looking to build the club around long-term.”

Other County News In Brief:

Glamorgan batsman Stewart Walters has extended his contract with the club until the end of the 2013 season.

Lancashire have revealed losses of £2.114million for 2010, with 2011 losses expected to much worse.

Sussex have confirmed that they will be without Matt Prior, Murray Goodwin, Luke Wright and Ed Joyce when they travel to the West Indies to play in the Caribbean T20 in January.

Nottinghamshire are looking increasingly likely to secure the signature of Leicestershire batsman James Taylor for 2012.

Warwickshire are believed to be close to re-signing New Zealand off-spinner Jeetan Patel as their overseas player for next season. Meanwhile, Shiv Chanderpaul looks unlikely to join them as a Kolpak player after signing a new contract with the WICB, but could cover for Patel if required.

The role of Kent coach has attracted interest from all over the globe according to the club’s chief executive, Jamie Clifford. The new man is expected to be announced around Christmas.

Kent CCC have decided to increase their life membership package from £3,000 to £10,000 and may eventually abolish it altogether. The move has, unsurprisingly, proved unpopular with supporters and will not apply to existing life members.

Azhar Mahmood is close to signing a new two-year deal with Kent. The Pakistani all-rounder was originally offered only a one-year extension. Simon Cook and Michael Powell are also expected to put pen to paper in the next week.

Marcus Trescothick could be rested from matches in Clydesdale Bank 40 next season according to Somerset’s director of cricket, Brian Rose.

Indian slow left-armer Pragyan Ojha has credited his stint with Surrey as one of the reasons behind his recent success for the national side.

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