Sussex hand deal to teenage spinner Smethurst

Sussex have awarded a one-year rookie contract to left-arm spinner Alfie Smethurst, who will join the first-team squad for next season.

The 19-year-old took 15 wickets in the final three matches of the Second XI Championship.

"I am thrilled that Alfie has decided to sign a rookie contract with Sussex," Sussex head coach Matt Walker told the club's website., external

"I am extremely excited about his potential and it's clear he has a strong commitment to his development."