The Sussex Cricket Limited Annual General Meeting will take place on Tuesday 24th March at 7.00pm, in the Dean Wilson Boundary Rooms, at The 1st Central County Ground, Hove.

After the formal proceedings of the AGM have been concluded, there will be opportunity for Members to ask questions of Board Directors, Interim Chief Executive, Mark West and Director of Cricket Paul Farbrace.

A series of FAQs have been published these can be viewed HERE along with a letter from Mark West to members HERE.

Only Individual Members and Affiliated Club Members will be admitted to the AGM. Youth and Junior Members are entitled to attend the meeting but are NOT entitled to vote.

As a paid-up Member you should have already received the Audited Annual Accounts and the Report of the Board in the post earlier this week. These documents are also available online HERE. To view the draft minutes of the 2025 AGM please click HERE. A proposal to accept the minutes of the 2025 AGM will appear in the agenda.

There will also be an opportunity for members to join the AGM virtually if you are unable to attend the meeting in-person. If you wish to join virtually, we ask Members to register their interest HERE, stating their membership number by noon on Friday, 20th March 2026 at the latest. The joining details for the meeting will only be sent to members who have indicated their interest by the deadline and these will be sent by 2pm on Tuesday 24th March. If you have any issues with registering, please contact Louise Stone at louise.stone@sussexcricket.co.uk stating your membership number.

Sussex Cricket Limited welcomes any questions in advance of the AGM. These can be sent to Louise Stone, Executive Assistant, at louise.stone@sussexcricket.co.uk

We're almost into March and with it the number of Sussex players still playing in abroad dwindles further, yet there are still runs to be had and wickets to be claimed in some rather high profile matches and Tours across the globe. Yes, Jofra, we're talking about you. Meanwhile, James Coles winter continues to improve over in the Middle East. But it's over to the T20 World Cup where this Winter Watch edition commences...

Jofra Archer

England and Archer's most proficient outing of the T20 World Cup occurred at the same time on Sunday morning as they romped to a convincing 51-run victory over Sri Lanka at a time when they needed it most. 

"It's not a sprint", declared Archer in the aftermath of his side's victory - a match where the Sussex fast bowler claimed impressive figures of 3-0-20-2, including 11 dot balls. England are improving, despite the rather shaky first innings total of 146-9. It proved, however, to be a fine score for such a wicket, such an occasion as England's attack produced their most vicious performance, skittling Sri Lanka for a mere 95.

An exemplary start for England in the Super 8s, who next fact Pakistan on Tuesday afternoon (1.30pm GMT). 

Anna Buckle

Having perhaps played more cricket this winter than any other Sussex player in the entire organisation, Buckle's consistent performances place her in fine stead heading into a fresh season in Tier 2 for our women's side.

There has scarcely been an occasion where she has not shined with the ball, and here, again, Buckle displayed her bowling capabilities by taking two wickets in a crushing win over Campbelltown Camden - including striking with the very first ball of the game. 

James Coles

How could this winter get any better for James Coles? First it was the Hong Kong Sixes, then the Abu Dhabi T10, leading into a wonderful SA20 campaign that may well be topped by this new England Lions tour.

Yes, he's back in Abu Dhabi with Pakistan Shaheens the hosts. And it's all going rather well. In the opening two T20s of the three match series, England claimed victory in both - James Coles starring in the second T20. He took two wickets in the opening match that was narrowly won, before following it up with a wonderful 50* from just 30 deliveries, as well as taking four wickets. A proper all-rounder performance. 

There's another T20 to play on Tuesday at 10am GMT, before a five-match 50-over series commences. That gets underway this coming Friday, at 6am.

Brad Currie

Few would have expected Scotland to play quite as well as they did in the T20 World Cup, with Currie's side finishing 3rd in their five-team group. Indeed, it could have been better had they not been beaten by Nepal and England by thin margins.

For Currie, though, this was an exceptional tournament. Picking up five wickets in total, it was his impressive economy rate that, when bowling at the early stage of an innings, helped set the tempo. It may not have been the result they so dearly cherished but, for a side with so little preparation, Scotland deserve all the laud and applause. 

Dan Ibrahim

A high scoring thriller for Ibrahim's Central Hawks Bay over the weekend, with his side chasing down 274 inside 47 overs. But the Sussex batter will perhaps feel he missed out on runs here, scoring 10 whilst others around him recorded centuries. He was consistent with the ball, though, even without taking a wicket - going for six and over from his 10-over spell.

George Thomas

Another nailbiter over in New Zealand, though this time with a few fewer runs. Defeated on the penultimate ball of the match, Thomas' Cornwall were all out for 177. Despite a nervous finale, Taradale just about got over the line with Thomas bowling particularly well. Like Ibrahim, though, was without a wicket and a high score to his name as he found himself on the losing side this past weekend.

Statement from Martin Richards, Acting Chair of Sussex Cricket.

Glenn Douglas has resigned from the Board of Sussex Cricket with immediate effect.

Glenn joined the Board in September 2024 as Chair of the Finance, Audit and Risk Committee and brought with him significant experience from a distinguished career in public service, alongside a long-standing personal commitment to Sussex Cricket as a Life Member. He has given significant time and energy to the Club during a demanding period.

Glenn and I share a background in senior public service leadership and a passion for Sussex Cricket, and I am grateful for the time he has given to the Board. On behalf of the Club, I thank him for his service.

As we continue to strengthen our governance and financial oversight, our focus remains firmly on ensuring stability, transparency and long-term sustainability for Sussex Cricket.

We're 31 days away from the first delivery of pre-season when Kent venture over to Hove for a two-day friendly commencing on Thursday, 19 March. Yesterday's deluge might not be too much cause for optimism, yet as we head into March we hope the clouds above will clear. But, zooming out a little, it's that time to cast the magnifying glass over our Sussex players abroad, two of whom are currently engaged in the T20 World Cup. Let's start there... 

Jofra Archer

In the heart of the action earlier this morning in England's tetchy win over Italy, Archer took two wickets in the first over of Italy's innings in stunning style, but those would prove to be the only scalps of the match for the fast bowler.

He's taken a wicket in every match of England's tournament thus far, though has been relatively expensive in the process. Still, after three wins from the opening four matches, England have now secured a place in the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup.

Anna Buckle

Back in the win column following a streak of defeats, Buckle's performances with the ball in hand have remained consistently strong with her bowling capabilities once again on display in yesterday's win over Sydney University.

Opening the bowling and leading from the front, her 10 over spell spawned a wicket and went for just 25 runs as the opponents accumulated just 130 runs from their 50 overs. This was chased with relative ease as the hosts wrapped up the win with over six overs to spare, Buckle at the crease at the end to help them over the line. 

Oli Carter

Switching from Sturt to the Sabres to feature in the City of Newcastle Summer Bash, Carter's opening game saw his side on the losing end in a dramatic match that went down to the final ball. Carter posted a very admirable 32 off 20 - his side's top score - but could only post 142, to which the Tigers just about chased down in the most dramatic of fashions.

Brad Currie

Three matches into the T20 World Cup, and both Currie and his Scotland side have made an excellent account of themselves. They've won once - that coming in a crushing victory over Italy - before a narrow defeat to England on Saturday morning. Their opening defeat to West Indies was a close-run contest, too.

But what of Currie? Well, it's all really rather positive. The standout bowler in their game with West Indies, the medium pacer claimed two wickets: that of Rovman Powell and Sherfane Rutherford. Another wicket followed in their win over Italy, and the same for their loss to England. But what's arguably more striking is his economy rate in the tournament, which stands at 6.22. An excellent start, then, for Currie in the World Cup.

Dan Ibrahim

Ibrahim's scheduled match with Taradale was abandoned on Saturday, meaning this one's a rather brief update. He'll be next in action this coming Saturday, when his Central Hawkes Bay team host Napier Tech.

George Thomas

Another to fall victim to the wet weather over in New Zealand, a ball was not to be bowled for Thomas' Cornwall meeting with Havelock on Saturday. They'll next travel to Taradale on Saturday for a One Day game.

Statement from Martin Richards, Acting Chair of Sussex Cricket

Sussex Cricket can confirm that Jatin Patel has stepped down from his role as a Non-Executive Director with immediate effect.

Jatin joined the Board in March 2023 with a clear passion for widening access to cricket and strengthening pathways for those who are under-represented in the game. He brought valuable experience from rugby, alongside his involvement in recreational cricket in Sussex.

As an active member of the Club’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Jatin played an important role in shaping our approach, increasing awareness of the challenges faced by under-represented groups and supporting the development of initiatives to help address them.

On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Jatin for his contribution and for the thoughtful and considered manner in which he approached his work.

The Board continues its work to strengthen governance and ensure the long-term stability of Sussex Cricket.

We wish him well for the future.

Sussex Cricket Foundation Impact Report for 2025

Sussex Cricket can confirm three pre-season fixtures for our men's team as part of preparations for the forthcoming 2026 season.

Paul Farbrace's Sussex will host three counties - Kent, Durham and Hampshire - all at Hove in March ahead of our opening County Championship match of the campaign at Leicestershire on Friday, 3 April.

The pre-season schedule will begin with a two-day fixture against Kent, starting on Thursday, 19 March at Hove. Then, the week following, Durham will journey down to Hove for another two-day fixture - with that beginning on Tuesday, 24 March.

The final fixture will see Sussex host Hampshire - again a two-day fixture - with that starting on Saturday, 28 March.

Entry to all these friendlies will be free, with no tickets required. Play will commence at 11am unless otherwise communicated.

John Barclay to Step Down as Non-Executive Director 

Sussex Cricket can confirm that Johnny Barclay has stepped down from his role as a Non-Executive Director of the Club.

Johnny has been an ever-present figure in Sussex cricket for many decades. A former Sussex captain, he led the side that finished runners-up in the 1981 County Championship, narrowly missing out on the title, and remains one of the most respected figures of his generation. After his playing career, he served on the Board, both before and after his time as President of the Club.

His knowledge of the Club, deep understanding of the game and wise counsel around the Board table have been valued enormously. Quite simply, Johnny embodies the very best of Sussex cricket and his contribution, both on and off the field, has left a lasting mark.

Johnny has taken this decision following careful reflection in light of recent events at the Club. As always, he has acted in what he believes to be the best interests of Sussex Cricket.

On behalf of everyone connected with the Club, I would like to thank Johnny for his integrity, dedication and unwavering commitment over so many years. His presence and constant good humour will be greatly missed at Board level.

I am pleased that Johnny intends to remain involved through the Sussex Cricket Foundation, where his experience and passion will continue to benefit the wider Sussex cricket community.

As outlined at the Members’ Forum earlier this week, the Club is continuing its evolutionary and stable approach to transformational change, including the ongoing review and refresh of Board structures. We remain focused on strengthening governance, ensuring long-term financial stability and acting always in the best interests of Sussex Cricket.

Martin Richards
Acting Chair
Sussex Cricket

The T20 World Cup is in full swing and Sussex's representatives have already played a key part. Elsewhere, Anna Buckle continues to shine and there are more runs and wickets in New Zealand for Dan Ibrahim and George Thomas. It's the 12th edition of this Winter Watch series, and we'll start with a nailbiter for Jofra Archer and England in Mumbai.

Jofra Archer

England's T20 campaign commenced with a tense finale as Nepal came up just short against 2022 champions. Archer played a very small role with the bat, making just 1 from 3 deliveries, before bowling rather well up until his final over with the ball. Going for three sixes in a row in the penultimate over, Nepal required just 10 to win from the final six deliveries, where Sam Curran sealed the victory with some excellent death bowling.

Archer did claim a wicket in the match as England just about scraped victory in the tournament's opener. Up next: West Indies. With this fixture taking place on Wednesday at 13.30 GMT.

Anna Buckle

For Buckle her winter continues to reach new heights with yet another stellar outing with the ball, albeit in heavy defeat at the hands of Greater Hunter Coast.

Having been skittled rather cheaply, it was always going to be an uphill battle for Buckle and her bowling cohort, yet the Sussex seamer gave yet another excellent account of herself, taking one wicket from her six over spell whilst yielding just 15 runs.

Oli Carter

Following the recent highs with the bat, this past weekend's performance wasn't quite up to the same standard as Carter and his Sturt side struggled for runs in defeat to Port Adelaide. They could only muster 74 in the opening innings, but things improved shortly after when they made 199 in the second innings. Still, it wasn't quite to be for Carter and co. this past weekend.

Brad Currie

Well, now. Two outings to report on here, and two outings of pure merit for Currie whose Scotland side have a win and loss to their name already in the T20 World Cup. Defeat to West Indies was perhaps the probable outcome, yet Scotland performed valiantly and Currie was outstanding, claiming figures of: 4-0-23-2.

Fast forward to this morning, and Currie would claim another wicket. This time, Scotland were victorious: a smashing 73-run success over Italy. What's more impressive, still, is that after six overs bowled in this tournament, Currie's economy rate is still below 6.

Dan Ibrahim

On the losing side this time around for Central Hawkes Bay, but Ibrahim has proved to be one of the most consistent bats in the line-up and here there was more quality on display. Top scoring with 72, he helped his side to a competitive total of 211, though it was chased down with five overs to spare. Ibrahim also took a wicket, and bowled economically from his eight over spell.

George Thomas

A crunching 230-run win at the weekend for Thomas' Cornwall, you'd half expected the Sussex man to have played a leading role in the victory after the winter he has had, but for a change it was his teammates who had to do the bulk of the work. Even with the ball he didn't get an opportunity, though his talents were not required here as they cruised to a comfortable win.

Alfie Pyle, Jake Vosloo and Liam O'Brien

Push the World Cup aside for a moment, for history was made in India just last week as England Disability travelled for their first overseas tour. And what a success it was as Sussex trio Alfie Pyle, Jake Vosloo and Liam O'Brien played a pivotal role in steering England to a 4-1 series win over their hosts.

In the five IT20 matches, all three played in every match. Pyle took four wickets, bowled beautifully, and was a key outlet with the ball throughout. Jake Vosloo made history in the opening match when he became the youngest ever disability cricketer to represent England - a quite wonderful feat. He took two wickets in the series, bowling similarly expertly at a consistent level. 

And Liam O'Brien was perhaps the standout player in the series, scoring 248 runs at an average of just below 50. He hit four half centuries, and even took two wickets in his one spell with the ball. All in all, an outstanding showing from the entire England Disability side, who return with heads held high.