Long-serving Abell Extends Somerset Stay Until 2028

Tom Abell has signed a new contract with Somerset, committing to the club until the end of the 2028 season.

Tom Abell Signs New Contract with Somerset Tom Abell, a long-serving Somerset all-rounder, has signed a new contract that will keep him at the club until the end of the 2028 season. Abell has spent his entire career at Somerset, having come up through the club's academy. He has played 278 matches for the club across all formats, scoring over 11,700 runs with 24 centuries, as well as taking 62 wickets. Abell has been instrumental in Somerset's success, helping the club win the T20 Blast in 2023 and 2025. ## Abell's Ties to Somerset Run Deep Abell, who is 32 years old, has a deep affection for the club, stating, "The club is a huge part of me and my family's lives." He has also expressed his pride in representing Somerset, saying, "Getting to represent Somerset is something I'm very proud of. It's been great to be a Somerset player over the last few years, and I want to take that on and continue to bring success to the club." Abell has been a one-club man throughout his career, never wanting to play for anyone else, and is now set to continue his journey with Somerset. ## Abell's Achievements and Accolades Abell has had a distinguished career with Somerset, achieving numerous milestones and accolades. He has played for England Lions and has also participated in franchise cricket across the world. Abell was the first Somerset academy player to be appointed captain in 2017 and led the club to a One-Day Cup victory two years later at Lord's. He has also been an integral part of Somerset's success, contributing to the club's T20 Blast titles in 2023 and 2025. ## Director of Cricket Praises Abell's Dedication Director of cricket Andy Hurry has praised Abell's dedication to the club, stating, "Tom is a player who epitomises everything that it means to play for Somerset County Cricket Club. He has a genuine passion for this club and everything that it represents. His work ethic is second to none, and his dedication to improving every day is something to be admired." Hurry also commended Abell's development into an outstanding multi-format cricketer, saying, "Over the years Tom has developed into an outstanding multi-format cricketer, arguably one of the best in the country."