Category Archives: Gloucestershire
Howell given his Gloucestershire chance at Kent
Former Hampshire batsman Benny Howell will make his Gloucestershire debut in the LV County Championship match with Kent at Canterbury, starting on April 19. The 23-year-old has been registered by the club to play in the fixture as replacement for … Continue reading
Muchall and Williamson give Glos pre-season boost
New Zealand Test star Kane Williamson is to return to Gloucestershire as overseas player at the end of this month. And the county have further strengthened their young squad by agreeing a two-year contract with former Durham all-rounder Paul Muchall, … Continue reading
Taylor reaches settlement with Gloucestershire
Gloucestershire have reached a settlement with Chris Taylor, who had threatened to take the club to an employment tribunal claiming unfair dismissal. The long-serving batsman was out of contract at the end of last season and told that any new … Continue reading
Bracewell gives Muchall chance in Gloucestershire trial
Gloucestershire are giving a six-week trial to seam bowler Paul Muchall, brother of experienced Durham batsman Gordon Muchall. The 25-year-old is involved in the county’s current warm-up game against Cardiff MCCU at Bristol and looking to impress director of cricket … Continue reading
Russell gives backing for Bracewell contract extension
John Bracewell has pledged his future to Gloucestershire by signing a three-year extension to his contract as director of cricket. The new agreement ties the New Zealander to the club until the end of the 2015 season and gives him … Continue reading
Marshall appointed as Gloucestershire vice-captain
Hamish Marshall has been appointed Gloucestershire vice-captain for the coming season. The 33-year-old former New Zealand Test batsman made his debut for the club back in 2006 and agreed a new contract during this winter. During his time with Gloucestershire, … Continue reading
Concorde airfield to provide new home for Gloucestershire?
Gloucestershire are considering a move out of Bristol to a brand new 20,000-seat stadium at Filton Airfield after having planning permission to redevelop their current ground rejected. And councillors in South Gloucestershire are backing to the idea, believing it could create a … Continue reading
Taylor seeks legal advice after release by Gloucestershire
Gloucestershire have parted company with long-serving player Chris Taylor and admit his release is now the subject of litigation. The 35-year-old Bristolian is reported to be preparing to take the club to an employment tribunal claiming unfair dismissal. A statement … Continue reading
No 3 position is the aim for Housego at Gloucestershire
Dan Housego says his decision to join Gloucestershire was made in the hope of becoming a first team regular in all forms of the game. The 23-year-old former Middlesex batsman, who has signed a three-year contract at Bristol, will join … Continue reading
Gloucestershire discussing appeal over ground shock
Gloucestershire are considering an appeal against a shock decision by Bristol City Council’s Planning Committee to reject proposals for redevelopment of the County Ground. And the club claim they may have to consider relocating to Gloucester unless some way can … Continue reading