Jordan Cox extends contract with Essex until end of 2028
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 11:12 AM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
Wicketkeeper-batter Jordan Cox has signed a contract extension with Essex, announced on June 13, 2026. Cox recently performed well, scoring 204 runs in Essex's County Championship match against Leicester. The extension will keep him at the club through at least the end of the 2028 season. Director of cricket Chris Silverwood praised Cox's performance and potential, emphasizing his professionalism. Cox has played nine white-ball matches for England but is yet to earn a Test cap.
- •Cox signed a new deal after being named in England's Test squad.
- •He joined Essex from Kent in 2024 and has over 2,000 runs.
- •Essex's County Championship match against Leicester is currently ongoing.
- •Cox aims to contribute to the team's ambitions in the coming years.
- •Cox has yet to make his Test debut despite being selected previously.
- 11:12 AMYahoo Sports — England's Cox extends contract with Essex
"Wicketkeeper-batter Jordan Cox signs a contract extension with Essex after being named in England's squad for the second Test against New Zealand.
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