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Hampshire's Overseas Recruitment Plans Hit by South Africa's Win Against the Aussies

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South Africa's series win has struck a crucial blow for global Test cricket - but hasn't done much for Hampshire's overseas recruitment plans.

03.11.26 Rich Edwards

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What next after relegation?

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English Cricket Needs to do Better - David Mann Exclusive

The Hawk sat down with Hampshire Cricket's CEO, David Mann, back in late July to discuss the Ashes, infrastructure and a schedule that, he believes, is no longer fit for purpose.

20.10.26News
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Hampshire's Second Ground Plans Gather Pace

Hampshire are thought to favour establishing a 'second home' in Winchester - although there are issues to address as the clock ticks down on the plans being rubber-stamped.

28.10.26News
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Hampshire Offer Metro Bank Debutant a Rookie Deal

After a turbulent summer, Hampshire have moved to offer a rookie deal to a bowler who made his senior bow in this summer's Metro Bank One Day Cup, the Hawk understands.

02.11.26News

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Hampshire Getting 'Finished Product' in Patel

Paul Nixon was Leicestershire coach when Rishi Patel arrived at Grace Road from Essex in October 2020 following a successful loan spell with the county. And he tells The Hawk that Patel could be the opener Hampshire have been searching for.

15.10.26Features
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Hampshire Target Test All-rounder

Hampshire have identified their number one target for the 2027 season, the Hawk understands.

09.10.26News
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"There's no Shortage of Talent - the Young Guys Just Need to Kick on" - McKenzie on Hampshire

Neil McKenzie won three trophies in four years with Hampshire and has continued to maintain close links with the county, coaching the likes of Joe Weatherley, Tom Prest and Toby Albert in South Africa last winter.

08.10.26Features

Hampshire's Women Lose Out in Final Ball Thriller

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Final Ball Heartbreak for Hampshire as the Blaze Complete Domestic Treble

Tough week ends in fresh agony for Hampshire as the Blaze scupper Metro Bank One Day Cup dreams at the Utilita Bowl.

19.09.26News

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On the up - Hampshire Favourite Set to Move Down Under

Changes to Hampshire backroom staff are set to be announced this week, as county legend prepares to leave the Utilita Bowl.

06.10.26News
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Hampshire Bowler Set to Bow Out

A mainstay of the Hampshire attack in recent years looks set to leave the club this winter after a series of injury setbacks.

05.10.26News

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Make Mine a Double - Hampshire's Under-18 Women's Side Shine Spotlight on Brighter Future
Changes Predicted as Hampshire Plunge into Division Two
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Hampshire Cool Interest in White Ball Specialist
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All-rounder the Target as Hampshire Look to Bounce Back from Pain of Relegation

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Young Guns in the Line of Fire

Hampshire's relegation was confirmed after defeat to Leicestershire at Grace Road on Friday. If there was one silver lining this season it was the emergence of a new core of youngsters but expecting them to get Hampshire back to Division One is a big ask.

21.09.26News
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"Wheels in Motion" as Hampshire Look to Finalise Overseas Signing for 2027

Hampshire look set to bring back a familiar and hugely popular figure as preparations for 2027 continue.

19.09.26News
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A Female Coach Running a County Men's Team? Why Not?

Georgia Adams will lead her Hampshire side out for a second successive Metro Bank One Day Cup final against The Blaze at the Utilita Bowl tomorrow. The women's game has been transformed out of all recognition since she began playing the sport, but she believes that even greater change could be on the way.

18.09.26Features
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We Need to Strengthen Regardless of Whether we're in Division One or Division Two

Hampshire find themselves handily placed to take the relegation battle to the final week of the season after a bumper day with the bat at Grace Road. But coach Russell Domingo isn't getting carried away after as an incredibly tough campaign draws to a close.

16.09.26News

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