Vitality T20 Blast – Chris Green agrees Lancashire deal for 2025 and 2026 Blast

Green, 31, was Lancashire’s leading wicket-taker for the Blast this summer with 14, helping the club qualify for the knockouts – although, due to the long gap after the group stage, he moved up to the CPL and was unavailable. their final defeat against Sussex.

His contract also includes provision to play in the County Championship and One-Day Cup, subject to availability. Green, who also played for Trent Rockets in the Hundred, made six One-Day Cup appearances – scoring his first century – and one in the Lancashire Championship in 2024.

“I really enjoyed my first year with the club and I’m really excited to be back for the next two seasons – I can’t wait to rejoin the club next summer,” said Green. “It’s a special group of players in Lancashire. I know there are big things to come, and I’m looking forward to playing my part in that in 2025 and 2026.

“I have felt the support of all Red Rose Members and supporters this summer and I can’t wait to see you again next season at Emirates Old Trafford.”

Lancashire’s director of cricket, Mark Chilton, said: “One of our top priorities heading into the winter was to get Chris on board so we’re delighted to have made this deal so early with his commitment to play for Lancashire at Vitality. The explosion of the next two years.

“Chris has done so much for us on the pitch and has had so many options and plans to play around the world, but we are delighted that he has committed to being here at Emirates Old Trafford. Not only has Chris played with the bat. The football has stood out this season but he has also impressed us with his leadership and personality. he has made a huge impact in the dressing room We are all looking forward to welcoming him to the club next summer.

Breetzke returns to Northants

The 25-year-old finished as Northants’ top scorer in the 2024 Blast, with 460 runs at a strike rate of 153.84, helping the club reach the quarter-finals.

“I am delighted to be signing with Northamptonshire for the 2025 season,” said Breetzke. “I’ve really enjoyed my time at the club this year. I think the team has a lot of potential to push for promotion and go a few steps ahead of the Blast and win it. I’m looking forward to helping the team and hopefully we’ll get many more wins along the way.”