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Aussie star Ben McDermott signs for Lancashire T20
10 Feb
Summary
- Ben McDermott will play for Lancashire in the 2026 T20 Blast season.
- He has scored over 3,000 runs in Australia's Big Bash League.
- McDermott previously played for Hampshire in the Blast.
Lancashire Cricket Club has secured the services of Australian batter Ben McDermott for the 2026 T20 Blast season. McDermott, a right-handed batsman, will be available for the entire duration of the tournament.
With extensive experience in franchise cricket, McDermott has amassed over 3,000 runs in Australia's Big Bash League. He has also participated in other notable T20 leagues globally. This signing marks his return to English domestic cricket after a previous spell with Hampshire Hawks.
During his tenure with Hampshire from 2022 to 2024, McDermott made 44 appearances, scoring 1,138 runs, including 10 half-centuries. He was part of the Hampshire team that narrowly defeated Lancashire in the 2022 Blast final. McDermott has also represented Australia in 30 limited-overs international matches.
Lancashire's director of cricket performance, Mark Chilton, highlighted McDermott's versatility and strong record against spin bowling. Availability for the full competition was a key factor in the signing, placing McDermott at the top of the club's recruitment list.
