Essex re-signs Neil Wagner for all formats

The reigning champions of County cricket Essex have brought in New Zealand fast bowler Neil Wagner again for all formats. Wagner will sign the deal until the end of July, with the club then having the option to extend his stay based on approval from New Zealand Cricket (NZC).

Delighted to be back:

Wagner impressed everybody with 31 scalps for Essex’s first County Championship title in 25 years. However, he expressed his delight on his return.

“Once I knew there was an opportunity to come back to Essex, I was very keen to get back to Chelmsford and build on the hard work and success of last season,” Wagner said.

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“Everyone at the Club made me feel welcome last year from the Members to the Commercial team, and I absolutely loved my time there. The squad and coaching staff were brilliant with me and I am looking forward to catching up with the friends I made and bringing more success to such a special Club,” Wagner added.

Essex head coach praised Wagner’s all-round skill:

Essex head coach Anthony McGrath applauded Wagner’s all-round abilities.

He also admitted the Essex worked hard to bring Neil Wagner back.

“We have been working hard on bringing Neil back for a while. His performances were excellent last season and he offers something to the squad with both bat and ball. Off the field, he was very much a popular member of the squad and he brings International experience to our exciting group of young bowlers,” McGrath said.

“He showed great commitment to the Club last year and was integral to what we achieved. From the minute he joined he understood exactly what Essex is all about, and we are looking forward to welcoming him back this year,” McGrath concluded.

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