Middlesex's James Franklin signs two-year contract with county champions

04 January 2017 05:24

Former New Zealand all-rounder James Franklin has signed a new two-year deal to remain with Middlesex.

Franklin captained Middlesex to their first County Championship title since 1993 last year, taking the reins for most of the season due to regular skipper Adam Voges' commitments with Australia.

The 36-year-old, who also led the Royal London One-Day Cup side last summer, joined the London county in 2015 and has registered nearly 2,000 runs as well as 60 wickets in 70 appearances across all formats.

He said: "I have really enjoyed my time with Middlesex since joining the club - the highlight of which was undoubtedly lifting the County Championship trophy last season here at Lord's.

"I'm really excited to be a part of a playing group that is not only hugely talented, but one that is also hungry for more trophies. The club is in a great place to build on the success we enjoyed last year."

Middlesex's managing director of cricket Angus Fraser said: "James has had a hugely positive influence on Middlesex CCC since his arrival in 2015 and worked as hard as anybody in helping the club win its first County Championship title for 23 years. He remains a high-quality cricketer and as a senior player he sets a wonderful example."

Source: PA