Prior signs new contract at Sussex (From The Argus)

Prior signs new contract at Sussex

12:11pm Monday 31st October 2011 in Cricket News

Drink to that: Matt Prior

Matt Prior has signed a new two-year deal with the Sussex which will see him remain at The PROBIZ County Ground until at least the end of the 2013 season.

The 29 year-old England wicketkeeper made his first-class debut for Sussex in 2001 before being awarded his county cap in 2003. He went on to make his England Test debut in 2007 against the West Indies at Lord’s.

He has made over 10,000 first-class runs.

Prior said, “It’s a great honour to sign another contract for Sussex. I’ve been at the club as a professional for 11 years now and it is very close to my heart.

"The support over the years from the fans and members alike has been very special, and the players and management are always striving for more success which I can hopefully be a big part of.”

Mark Robinson, Sussex’s Professional Cricket Manager said, “To have the best wicketkeeper-batsman in the world committed to us for the next two years is fantastic for the club. Matt nowadays doesn’t just bring his performance when he comes back to play for us, but a wealth of experience and desire for himself and those around him to succeed.”