Shah extends contract with Middlesex

Owais Shah has dispelled rumours of switching counties by signing a long-term contract with Middlesex.

Shah, who made his debut for the club in 1996, said that the "thought of not playing for Middlesex and not playing at Lord's was one I couldn't really come to terms with. With the potential in the current squad, I am sure that we can seriously challenge for honours in the next few years".

Vinny Codrington, the Middlesex chief executive, said: "It is great news that a player as highly regarded as Owais has committed his future to Middlesex. I am sure we can build on the success achieved this year with players of his quality in our side."

Shah, who is currently in his benefit year, is in the England one-day squad who are midway through their series against South Africa.