Will Porterfield, the Ireland left-hander, has signed a new two-year deal with Gloucestershire.

In 12 Championship matches in 2008 he scored 718 runs at 32.68 with a top score of 93.

..I am really pleased to be offered an extra two years at Gloucestershire." he said. I am looking forward to building on what has been a good first season for me. This is where my future lies and I hope the next two years will be successful for both me and the club.