Knight signs three-year extension

Nick Knight, currently in his 10th season with Warwickshire, has agreed to a three-year extension to his contract. In his benefit year Knight has lead Warwickshire to the top of Division One in the County Championship, and has been in excellent form personally, scoring 981 runs, including the first triple-century of his career, at an average of 75.46 this season. He is also Warwickshire's leading run scorer in one-day cricket this year, with 681 runs at just over 60.

"Although I was flattered to be approached by a number of other counties, it was never in my mind to leave Warwickshire," he told the Stellar Group. "I have thoroughly enjoyed my time in Birmingham and during my time here the county has been at the forefront of the game, both on and off the pitch. Once again we are well-placed to win some silverware and with the strength and depth of the younger players coming through, I can only see good times ahead.

"Personally, I am enjoying an excellent season with the bat and feel like I am capable of scoring well every time I go into bat," he added. "The side are all playing well and at the moment and it makes my job a very simple one."