Ben Smith extends Worcestershire deal

Ben Smith has agreed a two-year extension to his existing contract which will take him to the end of the 2008 season. Smith is in his fourth season with Worcestershire since moving from Leicestershire and recently scored a century in three successive championship matches.

"I have made it no secret that I would like to finish my career with Worcestershire and I am delighted that we have agreed to this contract extension," said Smith. "It gives me some future security and I can concentrate on helping the team achieve the success it is due."