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Hampshire's Forgotten Man - John Turner's Long Road Back to Recovery
John Turner last bowled a ball in competitive cricket 296 days ago. A stress fracture of the back kept him of the Hampshire side for the remainder of last season. So, with the 2026 campaign now underway, when can Hampshire supporters expect to see him back in action in either white or red ball cricket?
09.04.26, 18:59 Updated 09.04.26, 19:04
Rich Edwards
Just 12 months ago, John Turner was a central figure in Hampshire's plans.
He was also the recipient of an England Development Contract, having made four appearances for his adopted country on a white ball tour of the West Indies in November 2024.
Now, with the 2026 County Championship season underway, he is still on the road back to full fitness.
The only issue is, he has little idea of when and where that road will end.
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