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Kyle Abbott Extends Hampshire Contract Through 2026
Hampshire Retain Leading Wicket-Taker Kyle Abbott for 2026
South African seamer commits to another year after taking 53 wickets in 2025.
Hampshire Cricket's leading wicket-taker Kyle Abbott has committed to another year at Utilita Bowl, extending his contract through the 2026 season.
The 38-year-old South African seamer continues to be a vital component of Hampshire's bowling attack, having taken 53 wickets across all formats in 2025, including 42 wickets at an average of 21.52 in the County Championship.
Abbott's consistency remains remarkable in his ninth season with the county. In the Championship, he has bowled 2,181 balls across 11 matches, conceding just 904 runs while maintaining his exceptional standards. His List A record shows 11 wickets from 7 matches in the Metro Bank One Day Cup, demonstrating his value across formats.
Hampshire gave me a huge opportunity to start over again and contribute to a winning cause, trying to win a championship and get the club into a better place. I'm proud to have achieved that. It's taken a lot of hard work from not only myself, but everyone around me. There's still things I'd like to achieve at the club, a one day trophy in particular after losing out in the final at Lord's in 2019. I feel like I've got some unfinished business there.
Kyle Abbott
Since joining Hampshire in 2017, Abbott has become synonymous with excellence at Utilita Bowl, accumulating over 450 first-class wickets for the club. His historic 17-86 against Somerset in 2019 remains one of the greatest individual bowling performances in county cricket history.
Kyle's amazing loyalty and commitment to Hampshire over the past decade has been quite extraordinary. With over 450 first-class wickets for the Club and some truly historic performances, including his record-breaking 17-86 against Somerset, he stands among the greatest overseas players in our history. He is also an engaging and truly inspirational character. We are absolutely delighted to have secured his services for another year as he continues to be a cornerstone of our Championship ambitions.
Hampshire Cricket Chairman - Rod Bransgrove
The contract extension ensures Hampshire retain one of county cricket's most reliable performers as they continue their pursuit of silverware across all competitions. Abbott's experience and wicket-taking ability remain central to the club's ambitions for the 2026 season.
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