Hampshire Hawks sign Ben McDermott for T20 Blast
Hampshire Hawks have announced the signing of Australian Wicket-keeper-batsman Ben McDermott for their T20 Blast campaign in 2022.
The 27-year-old, who is regarded as one of the stand-outs in the Big Bash League, is going to deliver his big-hitting style in England for county outfit Hampshire.
Hobart Hurricanes star McDermott was the top run-scorer in the BBL last season, scoring 577 runs at an average of 48.08 and became the first player to hit back-to-back tons in the BBL.
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“I am really excited to join the Hawks for this summer’s Blast,” McDermott told Hampshire’s official website.
“I’m looking forward to joining James Vince and the team at The Ageas Bowl and am hoping I can contribute to a successful T20 campaign.”
McDermott represented Australia in both T20Is and ODIs.