Rogers signs 2006 contract with Northamptonshire

Chris Rogers, the Western Australia opening batsman, will replace Martin Love as an overseas professional at Northamptonshire next season. A familiar face in England, Rogers has had stints with Derbyshire and earlier this season made a double-century for Leicestershire against the touring Australians.

"I am very excited about a full season in England," Rogers said. "There is some excellent young talent at the club and with the senior pro's experience I am looking forward to being a part of the continuing good work that has already been achieved."

Rogers, who has played 52 first-class matches, made his highest score of 209 from 274 balls in the drawn game against Australia at Grace Road, but was unable to secure a full-time place with the county. After 11 Championship games Love has scored 1114 runs with four centuries at 58.63, while Northamptonshire are third last in Division Two.