Durham ace back for another year

BIG-HITTING David Bedingham is targeting a swift return to the top tier of the County Championship after signing a new one-year deal at Durham.

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gham hits of 279 against Lancashire in 2024

Bedingham has put pen to paper on a deal that will see him remain in the North East for a seventh straight season.

“I am very excited to be coming back to Durham for next season,’ said the 31-year-old, who wrote his name in the history books when he scored 279 against Lancashire in Chester-le-Street in 2024 - the club's highest individual first-class score.

“T love the place and I'm very happy and lucky to keep calling it my UK home.

“Being at Durham for the full season next year is very exciting and I can’t wait to hopefully play a vital role in getting us back into Division One.”