England announces central contracts for 2026/27 season, new players included
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 7:18 PM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The England cricket team has expanded its central contracts for the 2026/27 season, confirming 30 contracts alongside nine England Development contracts. Notable returns include Ollie Robinson, while seven players, including Tom Banton and Jordan Cox, receive their first full contracts. The England and Wales Cricket Board aims to enhance player stability and development. The changes also see the introduction of two-year contracts for several players and the conclusion of contracts for Zak Crawley and Ben Stokes, among others.
- •Ollie Robinson returns to the central contracts list after previous years.
- •Seven players earn their first full central contracts.
- •Jordan Cox and Henry Crocombe secure two-year deals.
- •England Development contracts awarded to six newcomers.
- •Several players, including Ben Stokes, are no longer contracted.
- 7:18 PMYahoo Sports — England announce 2026/27 central contracts: Ollie Robinson returns, Tom Banton, Jordan Cox among seven players handed first-time deals
"The England cricket team has revealed an expanded roster of central contracts for the upcoming 2026/27 season, aiming to bolster their player pool. This year marks the first full contracts for seven players, including fast bowler Ollie Robinson, who makes a notable return. Notably, several athletes have landed longer-term deals, promoting team stability, while new England Development contracts have been introduced to cultivate emerging young talents.
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