Glamorgan Cricket PROFILE

Sam Northeast admitted promotion to Division One ranks among his proudest moments in cricket – but confessed the achievement comes with a bittersweet edge.

Matthew Maynard is to step down as Glamorgan coach at the end of the season. The former England batsman will leave his role after the county’s final Division Two County Championship match against Derbyshire in a fortnight, although he may stay attached in a development role.

By Gareth James Glamorgan Cricket have announced the signings of youngsters Ben Morris, Ben Kellaway and Zain Ul Hassan on rookie contracts. And Director of Cricket, Mark Wallace, believes all three players can make an impact within the senior squad, after some impressive performances this season in the second XI. Morris and Kellaway, both 18, […]

By Gareth James Cardiff is now firmly Marnus Labuschagne’s second home after the Australian signed a deal to keep him at the Welsh County for another two years. Glamorgan Cricket have announced that the world’s current no.2 ICC Men’s Ranked Test batter, Marnus Labuschagne, has signed a new deal that will see him remain at […]

By Gareth James Glamorgan have confirmed the signing of Indian opening batter Shubman Gill for the final four matches of the LV= Insurance County Championship season. The exciting young Indian batter will link up with Glamorgan’s squad as they push for promotion to Division One. There will hopefully be a buzz at Sophia Gardens on […]

By Tom Prosser Most Glamorgan members would have arrived at Sophia Gardens yesterday hoping to see Marnus Labuschagne bag another century in their County Championship match against Leicestershire but instead they were treated to watching him star with the ball and field with energy, passion and humour. The Australia international took 3-65 with the ball and very nearly had a hat-trick after two wickets in two balls.

By Tom Prosser Glamorgan head coach Matthew Maynard says Sam Northeast has the potential to be the county’s best ever domestic signing. Northeast is regarded as one of the most consistent players in the county game and arrives in Wales after spells at both Kent and Hampshire. “Sam is a phenomenal batsman and could potentially be one of Glamorgan’s best ever domestic signings,” said Maynard.

By Lucy Rees Andy Gorvin has fulfilled his ambition for 2021 by earning his first professional contract with Glamorgan. Along with fellow youngster Tegid Phillips, 24-year-old Gorvin has signed a contract for next season after a successful run with the club this summer. Gorvin said: “I’ve had a good year in the second team and […]

By Tom Prosser Glamorgan batsman Nick Selman has decided to leave the county and return home to Australia after finding it difficult being away from his family and friends. The pandemic has undoubtedly had a big impact on Selman’s decision as it’s very difficult for families to plan visits during these uncertain times. Australia currently has some of the tightest travel restrictions in the world and they have even cast some doubt over the upcoming Ashes Tour.

Today is National Sporting Heritage Day and sports across Wales such as swimming and cricket have both been celebrating their past as well as looking ahead to the future, as Graham Thomas reports.  Every sport likes to honour its heroes from the past. Whether it’s teams or individuals, a nod to those who have gone before can prove inspirational to everyone – whether they be elite performers, grass roots enthusiasts, or youngsters trying a new activity for the first time.

By Rob Cole Glamorgan coach Matthew Maynard believes the Welsh county can go out with a bang as they take on Surrey at The Oval next Tuesday in the LV= Insurance County Championship. Gloucestershire beat Glamorgan by 10 wickets on Wednesday with two sessions to come as Zafar Gohar Khan finished with 6-43 at Cardiff […]

By Paul Jones Glamorgan captain Chris Cooke says they haven’t become a bad team overnight after their heavy defeat to Durham in the County Championship. Durham wrapped up an innings and 42-run victory, requiring only 10 overs to take the final three Glamorgan wickets on the final day at Emirates Riverside.