Dominic Cork has extended his contract with Lancashire and is now set to stay at Old Trafford until the end of the 2007 season. Cork, 34, who joined Lancashire from Derbyshire two years ago, had another year to go on his contract but after talks between county officials and Cork's representatives he has signed on for a further season.

It means that Cork is set to end his career with Lancashire as they seek to make a strong impression on the County Championship first division following their promotion last season. "We are delighted that Dominic wants to stay," said the Lancashire coach Mike Watkinson. "He's one of a group of players who give us the experience that every club needs, but there is real excitement here about the potential of the younger members of the squad."