Hampshire tie up Dawson deal

England Under-19 all-rounder Liam Dawson has committed his future to Hampshire by signing a three-year contract at the Rose Bowl.

The 18-year-old left-arm spinner and middle-order batsman has played in four Under-19 Tests and 18 ODIs as well as breaking into Hampshire's senior side this season.

He played a major role with bat and ball in Hampshire’s return to form in the second half of this campaign, including two man-of-the-match awards in the NatWest Pro40.

Liam Dawson has excelled for England Under-19s and Hampshire this season

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Earlier this month, Dawson was nominated alongside Nottinghamshire seamer Stuart Broad, Essex all-rounder Ravi Bopara and Kent opener Joe Denly for the prestigious Young Cricketer of the Year award.

Acting Hampshire team manager Giles White said: “The long-term deal that Liam has been offered reflects how highly he is regarded.

“We see him playing a big part in Hampshire Cricket’s future. I can’t think of a more exciting young prospect in the country.”

Dawson added: “I’m delighted to have signed a new three-year contract with Hampshire. The club has shown a lot of faith in me and I hope to repay with good performances.”