Tom Helm among Middlesex trio to sign new contracts

The England hopeful alongside Ethan Bamber and Luke Hollman have signed extensions to remain at Lord's

Middlesex have confirmed trio Tom Helm, Ethan Bamber and Luke Hollman have all penned new contracts to remain at Lord's for the foreseeable future.

Twenty-six-year-old Helm, who was named as an England reserve for the white-ball tour to South Africa, has signed up until at least the end of the 2023 campaign.

Coach Stuart Law explained: "His ability in white-ball cricket is exceptional and has been recognised by the England management in recent times. 

"He bowls the tough overs in 50-over and T20 cricket, upfront and at the death and has great variations. 

"His red-ball bowling is coming on as well and I'm looking forward to watching him fulfil his dream of playing at the highest level in years to come."

Seamer Bamber has been rewarded for his steady progress with an extension running until the conclusion of the 2022 season.

Middlesex quartet agree new contracts

Already with 48 wickets in 14 first-class matches, the 22-year-old is becoming an increasingly influential figure at Middlesex.

"A real workhorse in the bowling attack with the ability to bowl long spells, he is going to be a key member of the squad in the future," added Law. 

"With his willingness to improve all aspects of his game his skills can only get better and I can’t wait to watch him progress in the future."

Hollman meanwhile has agreed to fresh terms until at least 2023, having impressed hugely during his breakthrough campaign for the club.

After making his senior debut in the T20 Blast against Sussex he played seven times in the competition, claiming nine wickets and scoring 139 runs.

"Still very young and with plenty to learn about being a professional, I’m sure that he will embrace all of this to become the best he can be," added Law.

"I can’t wait to see his progression from the junior ranks into the senior professional game."

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