Derbyshire CCC can today confirm that exciting left arm fast bowler, Mohammad Ali, has committed his immediate future to the Club by signing a new two year contract – keeping him at the County Ground until at least the end of season 2004. Meanwhile, left arm spinner, Lian Wharton, who bowled Derbyshire to victory in two Championship fixtures last season, has signed a one year contract.

"It is good to know that despite attention from other Counties, the belief has been engendered in the squad that it can go on from this years base of performances, and has encouraged promising players to stay with us. Both of these guys were part of arguably the most potent attack in the country last season, and long may that continue."

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