Gloucestershire batsman George Hankins extends contract with club until 2021

He was their leading run-scorer in the 2018 Royal London One-Day Cup, finishing with 291 runs scored at an average of 58.20 – including three half-centuries

George Hankins has extended his contract with Gloucestershire until the end of the 2021 season.

The 21-year-old came through the club’s academy and signed his first professional contract with them in 2016.

He was their leading run-scorer in the 2018 Royal London One-Day Cup, finishing with 291 runs scored at an average of 58.20 – including three half-centuries.

Hankins said: "I am delighted to have extended my contract until the end of 2021.

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“I am very excited to be part of this talented group of players and coaching staff and firmly believe we have a great opportunity to bring some silverware back to our Club.”

Gloucestershire head coach, Richard Dawson added: “It's great news that George has extended his contract with Gloucestershire.

“He has continued to develop over the past seasons and I'm delighted that he can continue to progress with us.”