Breaking news from Hampshire: West Indies express bowler Jaden Seals is the new signing for the 2026 County Championship’s first block, replacing Michael Neser after his March recall to Australia.
‘Michael’s exit disappoints us, yet it paves way for Jaden Seals—a bowler blending velocity, craft, and victory drive,’ shared director of cricket Giles White. ‘Integrating with our two-year West Indies core, he’ll ignite the season from match one.’
Not a rookie in counties, Seals delivered for Sussex in 10 outings, harvesting 39 wickets at 28.46. His zenith: 5-29 ripping through Derbyshire in 2024, fueling Division One ascent.
Seals’ global journey began spectacularly in 2021, post a single first-class game. Earning 64 international outings, he notched his maiden five-for versus Pakistan in Jamaica, clinching Man of the Match.
As pace spearhead in the 2026 T20 World Cup, West Indies bowed out in Super 8 to India.
With first-class resumption on April 3 against Essex, Hampshire’s revamped seam attack, led by Seals, signals serious intent for championship glory.