Northamptonshire County Cricket Club are delighted to confirm the signing of Australian batter Nathan McSweeney, who will join the squad for the full 2026 season.
McSweeney, who made his Test debut for Australia in 2024, received his baggy green from none other than Northamptonshire Head Coach Darren Lehmann, a familiar figure he is now excited to work with once again at Wantage Road.
Nathan McSweeney said:
“When the chance came up to sign with Northamptonshire, it was an easy decision.
“The club has a strong culture and some quality players, and working with Boof again made it even more appealing. I’m eager to get over there, settle in, and help the team win games.”
After domestic success with South Australia earlier this year, McSweeney became just the second captain to lift all three trophies (Sheffield Shield, Big Bash & One Day Cup) in Australian domestic cricket.
As well as experience on and off the field, McSweeney will provide class at the top order, having scored nearly 4,500 runs across all formats.
In the 6 Shield games he played in the 2024/25 season, the right-hander enjoyed a productive campaign, striking 478 runs at an average of 43.45. The season saw McSweeney strike his highest first-class score after an unbeaten 127 against New South Wales.
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— Northamptonshire CCC (@NorthantsCCC) October 8, 2025
Head Coach Darren Lehmann was delighted to get someone of McSweeney’s class at Northamptonshire:
“Nathan McSweeney is a brilliant player who has so much talent and potential.
“He’s a classy individual who will hopefully provide us with some stability in that top order. We can’t wait for him to arrive and hit the ground running.”
The 26-year-old will be available for the whole season and across all formats.
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