Panesar commits to Northamptonshire

Monty Panesar has signed a new two-year contract with Northamptonshire, committing himself to the club until the end of the 2010 season.

"I am really happy here at the club and especially enjoy working with David Capel and the coaching staff," Panesar said. "There are exciting times ahead for English cricket with the Ashes tour next year and also for Northamptonshire, and I am pleased to be a part of it."

The Northamptonshire chief executive, Mark Tagg, commented: "Monty is a key member of our plans going forward and we are all delighted he will be continuing his association with a club that he has been on the professional staff since 1999 and as a capped player from 2006."