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Paul Farbrace is embarking on his 40th season in cricket - but it will be his last at Sussex. Eva Gilbert / Sussex CCC

Farbrace leaving at the end of the season. What next for Sussex?

The head coach hinted that 2026 might be his last year with the county. Finding a replacement of the same calibre could be challenging.

01.04.26, 14:07 Updated 01.04.26, 20:14

Bruce Talbot

Bruce Talbot

As widely anticipated, Paul Farbrace today confirmed that he is to step down as Sussex’s head coach at the end of the season.

Farbrace has hinted strongly in recent weeks that his fourth season at Hove would be his last. “It has been a difficult decision, but it is one I feel is right all round,” he said in a statement issued by the club.

The 58-year-old joined Sussex in 2022 and implemented a five-year plan which he envisaged ending with the county challenging for the County Championship and having made two appearances at T20 Finals Day.

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