Josh Thomas signs new two-year contract with Somerset
The all-rounder will be staying at the Cooper Associates County Ground until at least the end of the 2028 season
Somerset all-rounder Josh Thomas has extended his contract keeping him with the club until the end of the 2028 season.
The 21-year-old, who signed his first professional contract ahead of the 2024 season after working his way through the Somerset Academy, has signed a new two-year deal.
Thomas, who plays club cricket for Thornbury, made his First XI debut against Middlesex in the 2022 One-Day Cup, making a First Class Debut in 2025.
He has played in 31 First Class and List A matches for Somerset, scoring over 700 runs.
Josh, who has represented England at Under 19 level said: “I’m delighted. Obviously, I’ve been playing here pretty much my whole life so it’s nice to be somewhere that feels like home. In the dressing room, on the field, working with the coaches, everything about Somerset County Cricket Club feels like home to me.
“I was pretty surprised with the opportunity I got in the County Championship towards the end of last season, but I was happy with how I did. It was nice to take the opportunity and that obviously stood me in good stead for this year.
“I just want to contribute to the team. We’ve been so successful in the past few years so it would be really nice to help the team win more trophies. It would be good to stay in the First Team for as long as possible and hopefully I can get an opportunity in the Blast, but I’m trying to not look too far ahead. I worked really hard this winter, and I’m really pleased that that’s paid off.”
Director of cricket Andy Hurry said: "Since making his First XI debut, we’ve seen a number of performances that have highlighted Josh’s potential. Those experiences have provided him with some really valuable learning opportunities, and we’ve seen him continue to grow as a professional, both on and off the field.
"We’re really excited about this extension and the opportunity it gives Josh to further influence games with both bat and ball. We’re very much looking forward to supporting the next stage of his journey with the Club."