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Kiwi Cricket Captain Latham Joins Warwickshire For 2025
New Zealand’s Tom Latham calls no run on December 6, 2024, in Wellington. Latham has signed a one-year deal at Warwickshire County Cricket Club Hannah Peters/ Getty Images.
By Priscilla Jepchumba In a major coup for Warwickshire County Cricket Club, New Zealand Test captain Tom Latham has signed a one-year deal to play all formats at Edgbaston in 2025. The 32-year-old batting maestro, renowned for his elegant stroke play and calm demeanor, will bolster the Bears' batting lineup. Latham, who recently led New Zealand to a historic 3-0 Test series sweep against India, brings a wealth of experience to the English county. With over 250 international caps and a Test average of 38.78, he is a proven performer at the highest level. The Kiwi captain on his social media expressed his excitement about joining Warwickshire, believing it's going to be a good venture. "Warwickshire is a club with a rich history, and I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to represent them, can't wait to play at Edgbaston, a place I've always admired, It's going to be a fantastic experience,” Latham said. Warwickshire Performance Director Gavin Larsen, in a statement, hailed the signing as a major boost for the

This article first appeared on Cricket on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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