Hampshire seam bowler Chris Wood has signed a new one-year contract with the county, extending his stay until at least the end of 2025. Wood, who has played 176 T20 games for the club and taken 191 wickets, is known for his contributions to the team’s success in English T20 cricket. As a product of the Hampshire academy, Wood has been with the club since under-13s level and has worked his way up through the youth system.
Wood expressed his excitement about the contract extension, stating that he has enjoyed his journey with the club so far and is looking forward to helping the team challenge for more trophies in the upcoming season. He joins a list of Hampshire players who have recently signed new deals, including Ben Brown, Felix Organ, and Joe Weatherley.
Giles White, the team’s director of cricket, praised Wood for his consistent performance and dedication to the T20 unit. White highlighted Wood’s hard work and commitment to the club, emphasizing that he has a lot to offer to the team environment. Hampshire is pleased to have Wood on board until 2025 and is confident that he will continue to make valuable contributions to the team’s success in the future.
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