Sussex seamer Robinson signs new contract at Hove

News of the new deal emerged as Robinson ripped through Leicestershire’s batting line-up, earning himself a five-wicket-haul in Sussex’s ongoing championship fixture at Hove

^{Ollie Robinson celebrates taking a five-for against Leicestershire on the day his new contract at Hove was announced}

24-year-old Sussex bowler Ollie Robinson has committed his future to the club after signing a new undisclosed contract with the county.

News of the new deal emerged as Robinson ripped through Leicestershire’s batting line-up, earning himself a five-wicket-haul in Sussex’s ongoing championship fixture at Hove.

Robinson is division two’s third highest wicket-taker this season with 51 at an average of 19.45 while, since joining Sussex in 2015 after being let go by Yorkshire for “unprofessional actions”, the bowler has taken over 160 wickets across all-formats.

The bowler told the club’s official website: “I’m really pleased to be committing my future to Sussex. I feel it’s the right place for me to continue to develop as a player.

“I’m very ambitious to win trophies and I feel that the club is heading in the right direction and will be challenging for trophies consistently.”

Jason Gillespie, Sussex head coack, said on the news: “It’s good timing to be announcing the good news about Ollie; going past fifty Championship wickets for the season is something that highlights just what an important player he’s been for us this year.

“He’s been particularly impressive in red-ball cricket, but has had an impact in all three formats. That’s a tough ask for a fast-bowler, and the fact he’s been able to bowl long spells and stay on the pitch is testament to Robbo’s commitment to looking after his body.

“His batting is an added bonus and something he continues to work hard on.

“I’m stoked that Ollie has agreed to stay with us. He’s a massive part of the future of this squad and it’s an exciting time for him as an individual and us as a club.”