
Rod Bransgrove Ends 26-Year Hampshire Reign as GMR Completes Takeover
Rod Bransgrove has concluded his remarkable 26-year tenure as Hampshire chairman, stepping aside following the completion of GMR Global's full acquisition of the county.

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