Tom Banton Signs Somerset Extension Limiting Him to White-Ball Cricket

Tom Banton's signed a new Somerset deal running to 2028 — but there's a catch. White-ball cricket only. No red-ball.

The restriction lets him chase T20 and limited-overs opportunities, IPL included with Gujarat Titans, without the grind of four-day cricket wearing him down. Counties have started doing this in recent seasons, carving out space for players juggling multiple schedules and formats.