Middlesex all-rounder Ollie Rayner signs new contract

Ollie Rayner has signed a new two-year contract with Championship leaders Middlesex.

Rayner, who is currently the joint-sixth highest wicket taker in Division One, has committed his future to at least the end of the 2018 domestic cricket season.

The 30-year-old all-rounder has taken almost 300 wickets and scored in excess of 3,000 runs in over 140 games for Middlesex since joining from Sussex in 2011.

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"I am absolutely delighted to have agreed a new deal with Middlesex and am looking forward to spending at least the next two years of my career at Lord's,” said Rayner on the club’s website.

"I've really enjoyed playing an important role in our progress on the field so far this season, so to be rewarded with a new contract is really pleasing.

"To be a part of this current side that has grown to the point where we are now competing in all three formats and seriously challenging for honours in the Championship is a real honour and privilege and I genuinely believe that we have the making of a side that could go on to win many trophies for years to come."

Angus Fraser, Middlesex's managing director of cricket, added: "Ollie continues to be an extremely valuable member of our side and I am delighted he will spend at least the next two years of his career at Lord's.

"Ollie is a popular figure and has a lot to offer the club, both on and off the field, as it moves forward.

"I look forward to working with him for many years to come."