Neal Benefits From Overseas Situation but Batters Come Under Fire Again

Hampshire head to Hove to take on Sussex on Friday in a clash that could go a long way to deciding their Division One fate. But with key T20 Blast clashes coming up, the Hawk understands that a major player could be rested.

Michael Porter recently celebrated his 150th match at Bashley skipper - but as one of only two teams that have never been relegated from the Southern Premier Cricket League, he knows his side face a difficult few months to avoid the drop.

Ali Orr speaks to the Hawk after his second innings effort helped Hampshire to a draw against Surrey at the Oval. But Hampshire will need plenty more runs from him if they're going to escape the Division One drop zone.

The Hawk understands that Hampshire are set to announce a new relationship with a ground away from the Utilita Bowl, with the deal set to cover a range of matches, including second team, academy cricket, women's cricket and, potentially, the Metro Bank One Day Cup.

Harry Petrie shone in Hampshire's recent Metro Bank Cup defeat to Worcestershire and after playing just four matches in five years, he has given the county a timely reminder of his talents. Time will tell whether it's enough to earn him a full-time deal.

As Hampshire build for 2027, a key player looks set to head to Middlesex.