Daryl Mitchell continues Worcestershire love story after signing new contract extension

The local boy will stay until at least the end of the 2021 season after penning a new 12-month deal with the New Road club

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Worcestershire have confirmed former captain Daryl Mitchell will remain at the club until at least the end of the 2021 season after agreeing to a new contract.

The 36-year-old remains a central figure at New Road despite his struggles across all formats last term.

Mitchell scored just 795 runs last season despite being a regular across all formats.

His previous contract was due to expire at the end of the 2020 campaign but the veteran has opted to extend the deal into what will be a 16th year at the club.

"Last year was a challenge for batsmen in general but I still feel I can make a sizeable contribution in the years to come," said Mitchell, who skippered the side for six-and-a-half years before being replaced by Joe Leach in 2016.

"It’s hard to believe that it’s 15 years this year since my debut but I’ve still got that hunger and love for the game and it’s great to sign up for another 12 months.

"I get told about individual records I’ve achieved or are close to but my focus is always on doing the best for the team."

Cricket steering group chairman, Paul Pridgeon added: "We are pleased to announce that Daryl has agreed to extend his contract by a further year until the end of the 2021 season.

"It was a struggle for all our top-order batsman in Championship cricket last summer but we are confident Daryl still has a massive part to play in the club going forward.

"His experience and know-how is invaluable and in T20 cricket his contribution with the ball, and an excellent economy rate, cannot be under-estimated."