Nixon extends contract with Leicestershire

Paul Nixon, the former England wicketkeeper, has agreed a new three-year deal with Leicestershire whom he will captain from next season.

Jeremy Snape, Leicestershire's current captain, will stand down from his role and focus on his role as a one-day specialist. Meanwhile, Jim Allenby has extended his contract by another two years and the club's head coach, Tim Boon, has also agreed to stay at the club until 2010.

"Paul Nixon will be a role model captain with his sheer professionalism and enthusiasm," Boon said. "Jim Allenby has made tremendous strides forward as a player over the last two years, and has the potential to become a good captain in time."