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Another Vitality Blast defeat but there were some positives for Sussex at The Oval
If Sussex learn from Surrey's approach their players will be better for it.
09.07.26News
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Sussex need clarity on and off pitch after a tough month
So much is up in the air at Hove. The club needs to get key personnel in place, make decisions on players and build for the future. It's the least members and...
02.07.26Features
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If the sun shines on Sunday Sussex can claim a pivotal win
Hampshire lead by 253 going into day three, but Sussex's attack have kept them in the game and they have the opportunity to claim a fifth County Championship victory.
20.06.26News
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Why is Sussex's Vitality Blast campaign going so badly?
Four defeats from five, batsmen out of form and a mounting injury list are testing skipper Tymal Mills and his squad (although there is some good news...)
06.06.26News
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Farbrace: 'I'm not looking forward to the off-field stuff'
With eight players out of contract, Sussex's head coach has the unenviable job of negotiating new deals while trying to get their Vitality Blast campaign back...
03.06.26News
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How June 1 has become the most important day of the season for Sussex
Eight players out of contract can be approached from Monday. Some will leave but others have been offered new deals, according to chief executive Mark West.
31.05.26News
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Simpson's sixes spree gives Sussex Blast-off
Sharks canter to a six-wicket win over Essex in Friday's T20 opener as a revamped top order impresses.
22.05.26News
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Sussex are running on empty after two hard days at Taunton
John Simpson admits the heavy schedule of the last few weeks has caught up with the team this week.
16.05.26News
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Hughes adds to the century makers, but Sussex could be in an even better position against Leicestershire
Australian opener is the sixth batsman to make a hundred this season, but his was one of several soft dismissals on day 2 against Leicestershire.
09.05.26News
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Simpson sets the standard - but this Headingley pitch is hard work for bowlers
Sussex will find it hard to beat Yorkshire on another batsman-friendly surface that seems to be the norm as groundstaff contend with a long, dry Spring.
25.04.26News
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Simpson shows the way again. Sussex must do all they can to try and keep him
The keeper-batsmen scored his tenth first-class hundred for the county against Yorkshire.
24.04.26News
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It will all end in Tear
Why Charlie is going to be Sussex's next wicketkeeper-batsman.
22.04.26Features
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It all adds up. Lower-order runs prove crucial once again
The last five wickets have averaged higher than the first five nine times since the start of 2024 ... and it could help Sussex secure a win over Leicestershire
05.04.26News
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No more moping – it’s time for action
The title might be too much to expect but Sussex are capable of improving on fourth last season in the Rothesay County Championship
02.04.26News
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Why John Simpson offers Sussex leadership in different ways
He might not be captain anymore, but the wicketkeeper-batsman's runs, catches and experience will still be vital this season
31.03.26News
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John Simpson's new role and what it might mean for Sussex's long-term future
Simpson has been named club captain and will provide an important link between the players and Paul Farbrace and his coaching staff
10.03.26News
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Sussex's 'shop window' is in great shape - but for how long?
Paul Farbrace's squad is as strong as it's been for more than a decade - but with his five-year plan now a four-year one, supporters might need to make the...
03.03.26News