Teenager Rew signs new Somerset deal until end of 2029

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 21 Oct, 16:02 · Archive

England teenager Thomas Rew has signed a new contract with Somerset to keep him at the club until the end of 2029.

Wicketkeeper-batter Thomas Rew, 18, has signed a new contract with Somerset until the end of 2029, one year longer than his previous deal. Rew made his Somerset debut in 2025 and has played 30 games in all three formats, scoring 990 runs including his first two centuries this season in the County Championship.

Rew has become one of England's brightest young talents. He hit the fastest-ever century for England Under-19s in June 2025 and captained the side to the Under-19 World Cup final. He was recently named captain of England Lions for their upcoming T20 matches against West Indies A, reportedly the youngest-ever skipper of the team, and was given an England development deal. He will be part of England's squad for their T20 series in Australia next month.

Rew said after signing: 'It's an absolute honour to call Somerset my home. It's where I've grown up, and every time I walk out in front of those fans it's very special.' He added that scoring his maiden County Championship hundred this year was 'a special feeling'. Somerset's director of cricket Andy Hurry said Rew 'has transitioned into the first XI environment extremely well' and has 'the potential to play an important role for Somerset across all formats for many years to come'. Rew plays alongside his older brother James at Somerset and has been part of the club's pathway since under-11 level.

How it is being reported

• 'Absolute honour' - Talented Thomas Rew signs new Somerset contract"The Somerset badge means a lot to me and to everyone inside that dressing room, so hopefully we can continue to challenge for trophies and bring a few more home."SomersetLive · 21 Oct, 15:24
• Teenager Rew extends Somerset deal until end of 2029England teenager Thomas Rew signs a new deal with Somerset to keep him at the club until the end of the 2029 season.BBC Somerset · 21 Oct, 13:03

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