Panesar handed England contract

  • Last Updated: March 7 2013, 12:38 GMT

Monty Panesar's success with the Test side over the winter has seen the Sussex left-arm spinner rewarded with an England increment contract for 2012-13.

Monty Panesar: Has earned an England contract
Monty Panesar: Has earned an England contract

Non-contracted players can earn an England increment contract via a points system and Panesar qualifies, having played three Test matches against India and a Test match against New Zealand.

ECB national selector Geoff Miller said: "This award reflects the contribution Monty has made to the Test team during the winter and I would like to congratulate him on his achievements."

Panesar had been on a central contract but that was not renewed in 2009.


Click here for completely free £10 bet with Sky Bet & £5 free every week