Matt Renshaw returns to Somerset Cricket
He'll be available for the first seven matches of the County Championship season
Somerset Cricket say they're 'thrilled' to announce the return of Matt Renshaw.
The Aussie player's already had two spells with the club in recent years - scoring more than 1100 runs.
The 27-year-old says he 'can't wait' for his third stint with the side - and he'll be available for the first seven matches of the County Championship season.
Renshaw has already had two successful spells with the Club, in both 2018 and 2022, featuring in 14 matches at County Championship level, with an average run score of 49.26, and a best of 146.
According to stats shared by Somerset Cricket, Renshaw has reached triple figures on five occasions in red-ball cricket for the side, 'including a memorable century before lunch against Yorkshire in 2018'.
For Australia, he's played 14 Test matches - something Somerset say means 'added experience' for the batting lineup.
He's a popular figure on and off the pitch, with him often playing a big role in 'community engagement activities' too.
Matt said: “I really enjoy my time with Somerset and I can’t wait to go back again this summer. It’s a special place and there’s a great atmosphere around the whole Club.
“I’ve always kept in touch with the guys, and I jumped at the chance of returning for a third time.
“The Members and supporters have always been behind me and made me feel extremely welcome. I’ve never forgotten that, and hopefully I can help give them something to really cheer about in 2024.”
Somerset Director of Cricket, Andy Hurry is delighted to have secured the return of such a talented player.
“Matt is a quality performer and he has proved that during his previous spells with us as well as domestically in Australia. Everyone can see he is on the cusp of further international recognition.
“With Tom Kohler-Cadmore recruited to the IPL across April and May, we wanted to bolster our ability to put opposition bowlers under even more pressure, and Renner’s has the proven ability here in England to really impact games and results.”
“He is part of the family here, and I know he is really looking forward to linking up again with everyone at the Club, and we very much look forward to having him back in the fold.”