Foxes Sign Evison on Short-Term Loan

Leicestershire County Cricket Club is pleased to announce the signing of all-rounder Joey Evison from Kent Cricket on a short-term loan deal.

The 24-year-old will be available for the Foxes’ next two Rothesay County Championship fixtures, against Essex this weekend and Yorkshire next week, strengthening the squad with his all-round capabilities as Leicestershire continue their Division One campaign.

Evison is no stranger to Leicestershire supporters, having previously spent six weeks on loan at the Club in 2022 during his time with Nottinghamshire. Four years on, he returns to Uptonsteel Grace Road as a more experienced cricketer, having established himself as a regular performer in Kent’s red-ball side.

The Peterborough-born all-rounder has amassed 2,496 runs in 55 first-class matches at an average of 30.81, including one century and 15 half-centuries, with a highest score of 109*. With the ball, Evison has taken 89 first-class wickets, including best figures of 5/21 and match figures of 6/114.

Evison has enjoyed a productive County Championship campaign so far in 2026, scoring a season-best 88 against Derbyshire and claiming nine wickets for Kent. His ability to contribute in both disciplines makes him a valuable addition for the upcoming Championship fixtures.

Director of Cricket Claude Henderson welcomed the move:

"We're delighted to bring Joey back to Leicestershire. He's a player we know well from his previous spell with us and he's developed significantly since then."

"His all-round qualities give us great flexibility and balance. He has been performing well for Kent this season, contributing important runs and wickets, and we feel he'll be a strong addition to the group for the next two Championship matches."

Speaking on his return to the Foxes, Joey Evison said:

"I'm really pleased to be joining Leicestershire again. I enjoyed my time here when I was on loan in 2022 and I've got good memories of the Club."

"It's a great opportunity to get some Championship cricket under my belt and help the team over the next couple of games. I'm looking forward to meeting up with the squad and getting started."

Evison will link up with the squad immediately and be available for selection for the Foxes' next two Rothesay County Championship fixtures and will wear the number 33.

Everyone at Leicestershire County Cricket Club would like to welcome Joey back to the Foxes and thank Kent Cricket for their assistance in completing the loan agreement.