Two more years for Jack

Somerset County Cricket Club is delighted to be able to reveal that international spinner, Jack Leach has pledged his future to the Club by signing a new two-year contract extension.

The 34-year-old, whose current contract was due to expire at the end of 2026, has put pen to paper on a deal which will see him remain at the Cooper Associates County Ground until at least the end of the 2028 season.

After working his way through the Somerset Age Group Pathway, he made his First XI debut against South Africa in 2012.

Jack, who was awarded his County Cap in 2017, has gone on to represent the Club on 156 occasions across the formats, claiming 427 wickets. He has been equally impressive at international level, taking 142 wickets in 39 Tests for England.

After committing his future to the club he supported as a child, Jack said: “I’m really pleased to have made this commitment to the club that I love. I’ve always said that Somerset is my home, and I mean it. I wouldn’t want to be playing my cricket anywhere else.

“Representing this club, the region plus our Members and supporters means everything to me and hopefully we can give everyone plenty to cheer about in the next few years.”

SCCC Director of Cricket, Andy Hurry added: “Jack epitomises everything that it means to play for this great club. His performances on the field are outstanding, and his work ethic is second to none.

“Jack has a genuine passion for the club and gives nothing less than 100% every time he walks out onto the field or comes in for training. His commitment and drive set the standard for others to follow.

“We really value having a world-class performer at the club, and we are excited about the opportunity that he and others have to push this team forward to achieving even greater success in the seasons ahead.”

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