George Scrimshaw, the Britain Lions quick bowler, has marked a three-year contract with Northamptonshire subsequent to turning down an expansion with Derbyshire. Scrimshaw, 25, was called up by the Lions the previous summer subsequent to dazzling for Derbyshire in the Impact, and took 20 wickets for them in the opposition last year. Derbyshire said in an explanation that Scrimshaw had turned down a "essentially gotten to the next level" contract offer. "I'm extremely eager to get together with such a skilled crew in all types of the game." Scrimshaw said. "From an untouchable playing against Northamptonshire, you know the ability and the norm of the players is high. "It's a ground I've generally preferred bowling at in the short type of the game and it's a thrilling crew to be important for. "I will always be appreciative for my time at Derbyshire. Obviously, this was definitely not a simple choice and I've cherished my time at the Club and the triumphs I've had here, however I feel this moment is the opportunity to take on another test." John Sadler, the Northants mentor, said: "I'm truly satisfied George decided to go along with us." Sadler said. "He has additional level and will carry speed and bob to our bowling assault across all organizations. "He's a demonstrated entertainer in T20 and has bowled very well against us ordinarily in ongoing seasons." Sadler added. "He's a match victor and I see him having a significant effect in both red and white ball cricket into the indefinite future. He's an incredible getting paperwork done for us." Mickey Arthur, Derbyshire's head of cricket, said: "George is an exceptionally gifted quick bowler and somebody we had wanted to keep, yet tragically, he has decided to go somewhere else and we hope everything works out for him for what's in store. "It's never simple losing first-cooperative people, yet as we are seeing across the province game, there are moves happening all around the nation and we will keep on allowing ourselves the most ideal opportunity to contend in 2024."