Bartlett, 25, got here by way of Somerset’s academy and made his County Championship debut in 2017. In 55 first-class appearances he averages 29.44, with two of his eight tons of coming this season. In Record A, he averages 30.50 with 100, however he has been restricted to only eight T20 profession appearances.
“George is one other wonderful signing for us and one other welcome addition to our squad,” John Sadler, Northamptonshire’s head coach, stated. “He joins us while approaching the prime of his profession with some good numbers already behind him.
“He is scored some wonderful first division runs this season and I believe he’ll slot in rather well with us and assist to drive us ahead.”
Bartlett was coming to the tip of his Somerset contract and eager to additional his white-ball sport elsewhere, in keeping with Somerset’s director of cricket, Andy Hurry. “After talking with George, a recent problem with the chance of stronger white-ball alternatives is one thing we each agree is vital for his profession ambitions and growth”, Hurry stated.
Northamptonshire are presently backside of Division One of many Championship and preventing to keep away from relegation with 4 video games remaining.
Bartlett stated: “I am very honoured to be becoming a member of an important membership and I am actually wanting ahead to getting going. I’ve had a couple of nice conversations with Sads already and he is actually made me really feel welcome. Hopefully the boys can end off this season nicely and I could make a distinction after I be part of up with them.
“I am hoping to be a giant a part of the membership. It will be nice to have the chance to play all three kinds and I am wanting ahead to bringing some success.”
