HAMPSHIRE have completed a double pre-season coup by tying star pair Reece Topley and Joe Weatherley to new contracts.

England bowler Topley joined last summer from Essex but had his maiden Ageas Bowl campaign wrecked by injury.

Nevertheless, with 271 domestic wickets at an average of 23.57 and 16 limited overs international caps, the 23-year-old is a key part of Hampshire’s plans.

After penning a deal to keep him with the county until the end of the 2018 campaign, Topley said: “I’m thrilled to sign a year’s extension with Hampshire.

“I can’t wait to get back out on the field and play this year and I’m excited to contribute to the club’s successes in the coming years.”

Batsman Weatherley has committed to the county for the next three seasons.

The 20-year-old has played nine times for Hampshire and will spend the forthcoming campaign on loan with Division Two side Kent.

A product of the Ageas Bowl youth set-up, the former England under-19 captain has spent his off-season playing for Australian grade side Woodville.

He struck a mammoth 220 against Prospect in January and scored 429 runs in all down under, at a dizzying average of 85.80.

"I’m ecstatic,” said Weatherley. “Hampshire is where I want to be playing my cricket – it’s a really exciting club to be around and I’m chuffed to be a part of that for the coming years.

“An opportunity came up at Kent, which will allow me to get some good cricket under my belt, and there’s potentially more playing opportunities there this season.

“Long-term my future is with Hampshire but given the strength of the side on paper this year, this works really well to help with developing my game.”