Skip to main content
Whats App Image 2026 08 03 at 5 40 57 PM
Andrew Neal has been outstanding with bat and ball in the Metro Bank One Day Cup. Image: Dave Vokes/Hampshire Cricket

"I've got a long way to go" - Andrew Neal Plays Down Comparisons with Hampshire Great

Andrew Neal has been in outstanding form with both bat and ball in white ball cricket this season but he wants to make one thing clear - don't call him the new...

05.08.26, 11:22 Updated 05.08.26, 20:09

Rich Edwards

Rich Edwards

The evidence is stacking up.

This time last year, Andrew Neal was a relative unknown - a player handed a lifeline by Hampshire in the Metro Bank One Day Cup.

Now, 12 months on, and in the first season of a two year professional contract, the 26-year-old is being talked up as the natural successor to Liam Dawson.

As much for what he has done in recent weeks with the bat, as the ball.

Become a member today.

The Hawk needs its community to support independent, high-quality coverage of Hampshire Cricket. Subscribe to a monthly or annual package today to be a part of something special.

Subscribe for £5

Already have an account? Sign in

Rich Edwards

Rich Edwards is the founder and editor of The Hawk. Rich is a freelance cricket writer and lifelong Hampshire man. He has been published in a host of national publications, including The Times, The Cricketer and The Independent.

Get started with our free newsletter

Sign up to receive your free newsletter with articles and analysis from our team

By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from The Hawk.