Pace ace Bailey raring to make Riverside move

YOUNGSTER SIGNS - WITH ACADEMY GRADUATE SET FOR EXIT

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EMERGING fast bowler Archie Bailey is relishing the chance to fulfil his potential at Durham after signing his first professional contract with the county.

The 20-year-old Gloucestershire seamer has signed a three-year deal with Durham, describing his move to the North East as a “fantastic opportunity”.

Still in the early stages of his career, the right-armer has claimed 13 wickets in five first-class appearances, including an impressive debut at Lord’s claiming a crucial 4-30 in Gloucestershire’s victory over Middlesex last September.

Bailey said: “I'm really excited to be joining Durham and can’t wait to get started.

“This is a big step in my career, and I'm ready to give everything I've got to contribute both on and off the field.

“It's a fantastic opportunity for me to grow as a player under some top-tier coaches and be part of a team with such strong ambitions.”

Northampton-born Bailey featured for the First-Class Counties Select XI earlier this year, claiming two wickets against the Zimbabweans in May.