Jonny Bairstow Signs Three-Year Yorkshire Deal to Remain County Championship Captain

The 36-year-old signals a late-career commitment to the White Rose despite franchise commitments that could clash with early 2026 matches.

Overview

Yorkshire confirmed Bairstow’s new three-year contract, formalizing his role as County Championship captain.
Bairstow said he is delighted to extend his stay and vowed to keep wearing the White Rose with pride.
Director of cricket Gavin Hamilton hailed Bairstow as one of the best batters in the English game and welcomed his long-term commitment.
Bairstow holds ILT20 and SA20 contracts and is seeking an IPL 2026 deal, which reports say could see him miss early-season county fixtures if he is picked.
His England central contract runs to the end of 2025 and he has not played for the national side for more than a year, while his IPL record stands at 1,674 runs with a strike rate of about 146.