The wicket-keeper-batsman, who led the side in the recent game against Durham, has signed a deal which ties him to Northants until 2021.

“It’s a great privilege and an honour,” said Rossington, whose red-ball average of 65.80 this season is Northants’ highest. “I’m really looking forward to it, hopefully I can lead by example and we’ll get some wins along the way.

“Adam is a key performer in all three formats, he’s improving year on year and in his consistency, he is a match-winning batsman and he has proven that in the time that he has been with us. I’m delighted to sign one of our best”players on a long-term deal.”