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23rd September 2026 News

George Drissell to leave Durham at conclusion of 2026 season

Durham Cricket can announce that George Drissell will leave the Club at the end of the season following the completion of his contract.

Since joining Durham in 2021, Drissell has gone onto play 49 times for the club across all three formats.

His 5/59 against Somerset in the County Championship was a career best having taken 56 wickets for Durham in both red and white ball cricket.

The 27-year-old scored three-half centuries for Durham with a best of 69 against Hampshire in Southampton.

Men’s Head Coach, Ryan Campbell said: “George has been a valued member of the Durham squad over the last few seasons and has made some key contributions with bat and ball during his time in the North East.

“He has been a popular member of the squad over his time, and we wish him all the best for the next chapter of his career.”

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