Leicestershire

Leicestershire have secured their successful coaching partnership of Alfonso Thomas and James Taylor with new contracts running until 2028.

The Foxes have brought in Middlesex fast bowler Tom Helm on a temporary deal as they look to kickstart their Division One campaign.

Stevie Eskinazi's defiant century has delayed but likely not prevented Nottinghamshire from securing a crucial Championship victory over Leicestershire at Grace Road.

Olly Stone's brilliant 5-41 helped Nottinghamshire establish a commanding 270-run first-innings lead over struggling Leicestershire.

Olly Stone delivered his best bowling figures for Nottinghamshire as the defending champions seized control against promoted Leicestershire at Grace Road.

Ben Slater's outstanding 178 anchored Nottinghamshire to 405-4 on the opening day, putting the visitors in control against Leicestershire at Grace Road.

Leicestershire have secured the services of New Zealand international Nick Kelly for the remainder of the 2026 county season, adding valuable left-handed batting depth.

Jonny Tattersall's unbeaten 86 and Ian Holland's 79 guided Leicestershire to 500-5, establishing a 60-run advantage over Glamorgan after three days in Cardiff.

Australian opener Jake Weatherald's maiden county century has given Leicestershire the upper hand against Glamorgan, despite Mason Crane's agonising dismissal one run short of his hundred.

Leicestershire's Rehan Ahmed has secured his first IPL contract with Delhi Capitals, marking a significant milestone for the 21-year-old England international.

Rishi Patel struck his maiden Division One century to inspire a defiant Leicestershire response against Surrey's imposing first-innings total of 520.

Tom Clark struck his second consecutive opening-day hundred as Sussex posted an impressive 361 against newly-promoted Leicestershire.