Leicestershire secures two-year contract extension with Australian wicketkeeper Peter Handscomb

Australia’s Peter Handscomb Commits to Leicestershire for Two More Years!

In a surprising move, Australian wicketkeeper-batsman Peter Handscomb has inked a fresh two-year contract with Leicestershire cricket club. The experienced 32-year-old cricketer had an outstanding season, scoring an impressive tally of 1,202 runs and taking a total of 48 catches.

Handscomb played a pivotal role in guiding his team to the final of the One-Day Cup held on September 16th. Unfortunately, he will be absent from the highly anticipated game as he returns home to lead Victoria in the Sheffield Shield competition.

“We’ve achieved tremendous feats this year and I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to build upon our successes,” expressed Handscomb during an interview with the club website. “Scoring runs is always gratifying, but it’s even more rewarding when they contribute directly towards victories.”

The Victorian cricketer made an immediate impact upon joining his new team at Leicestershire. He marked his debut by smashing a century and playing a crucial unbeaten knock of 68 runs in their opening County Championship match against Yorkshire at Headingly – their first victory since way back in 1910 when they last defeated Yorkshire there!

Throughout the One-Day Cup campaign, Handscomb continued to shine brightly for his team by registering five half-centuries across eight group games which secured them qualification into knockout stages.

In the semi-final showdown against Gloucestershire, the talented batsman played a crucial unbeaten inning of 49 runs, ensuring Leicestershire’s spot in the final at Trent Bridge against Hampshire.

With Handscomb’s signing, Leicestershire has secured a valuable asset who brings both exceptional batting skills and sharp wicketkeeping abilities. His experience and leadership will undoubtedly boost the team’s prospects as they aim for greater success in future seasons.