Hampshire and Nathan Lyon agree to cancel spinner's contract

The 32-year-old, who had a spell with Worcestershire in 2017, was due to join as the club's overseas player for the 2020 red-ball summer

Hampshire have announced that they have cancelled Nathan Lyon's contract for the 2020 season.

The 32-year-old, who had a spell with Worcestershire in 2017, was due to join as the club's overseas player for the upcoming red-ball summer.

With the county fixture schedule being ripped up due to the coronavirus pandemic, the two parties have agreed that the Australia Test spinner will not join the county this summer.

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Hampshire’s director of cricket, Giles White said: “These are obviously very uncertain and challenging times, and it’s clear the issues cricket currently faces will contribute to the way in which counties are able to operate and prepare for this season.

“As a result of this and following conversations with Nathan and his management, it was mutually agreed that he would no longer join us this season.

“I would like to thank Nathan and his representatives for their complete understanding and agreement and we hope to welcome him to the club next season.”