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Hampshire have added a third bowler to their squad on a rookie contract for the 2027 season.

Hampshire Boost Fast Bowling Stocks

Hampshire have given out three new rookie contracts this winter - with all of them going to bowlers as they look to rebuild following a series of retirements.

09.11.26, 15:30

Hampshire have added a third fast bowler to their 2027 stocks after a shock swoop for a South Africa quick with a UK passport, the Hawk understands.

The unforeseen retirements of John Turner and Brad Wheal, who both left county cricket after struggling with back injuries, had left the county short of fast bowling options towards the end of last season.

Sonny Baker's central contract also means it's unclear how regularly he'll be able to play for the county next season.

And after snapping up both Oli Williams and Jacob Stevenson on rookie deals, it now looks that Hamish Anderson will also be arriving at the county this winter.

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Rich Edwards

Rich Edwards

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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.

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