Nottinghamshire announce Haseeb Hameed as new captain for 2024 County Championship season

The 26-year-old takes over from Steven Mullaney, who stood down from the role at the end of last season.

Hameed has had two spells in the England side, making his debut on a tour of India in 2016 before having to wait five years to return to the side. His last Test appearance came during the 2021–22 Ashes series in Australia.

Since then Hameed has gone from strength to strength on the domestic front.

He told the club website: “My first feelings having been offered the captaincy are a sense of immense pride and excitement.

“From the moment I arrived at Trent Bridge, I was made to feel welcome and encouraged to be myself and I hope that, under my captaincy, everyone can feel the same.

“I relish the opportunity to influence games, whether with the bat or through decisions on and off the field.

“In the games I have captained, I have really enjoyed the experience and leading Nottinghamshire is a genuine honour.

“My philosophy will be based on giving individuals the freedom to express themselves and play to their strengths.

“We have a highly-skilled bunch of players, we’ve recruited well and we’ve also got guys who will have the chance to put their hand up and stake a claim for a place in the side.

“We saw that Division One cricket was a step up last year, but, having had the taste for it, we can push on now.

“It is a strong, united dressing room with full belief that we can achieve great things over the next few years, and I’m looking forward to having the opportunity to help us do so.”

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