Nathan McSweeney re-signs with Northamptonshire for 2027 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 11:34 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Nathan McSweeney has signed a new contract to continue with Northamptonshire for the 2027 season. The Australian Test batter has been a standout player during his first year with Northants, leading the team in County Championship runs with 589 at an average near 50. McSweeney, who will captain Northamptonshire in the One-Day Cup, recently contributed an unbeaten 72 in a T20 Blast match against Gloucestershire. His performance is noted as key to the team's success this summer.
- •McSweeney averages just under 50 in the County Championship this summer.
- •He has scored three centuries in County Championship matches.
- •McSweeney recently led Northamptonshire to an eight-wicket win in T20 Blast.
- •He will captain the team in this summer's One-Day Cup.
- 11:34 AMYahoo Sports — Northants batter McSweeney re-signs for 2027
"Australia Test batter Nathan McSweeney will remain with Northamptonshire for the 2027 season.
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