Hampshire have signed all-rounder Eva Gray on a two-year deal from Essex.

The 26-year-old played 53 times for Essex over the past two seasons, taking 63 wickets and scoring 239 runs across all formats.

“I’m really excited to be joining Hampshire,” said Gray.

“I’ve played a lot of cricket against them over the years, so I know they’re a very successful side with a fantastic group of players and staff who I’m really keen to learn from.

“The Utilita Bowl always has a great atmosphere and I’ve been really impressed by how the club supports its women’s side, which is hugely exciting to be a part of.

“I’m looking forward to hopefully contributing with bat and ball, and to building on this year’s success by helping the team bring home some silverware.

“I can’t wait to get started and to meet everyone properly in pre-season.”

Gray began her career at Surrey, who she represented from 2014 to 2022, and played professionally for South East Stars and Sunrisers in the Rachael Heyhoe Flint Trophy and Charlotte Edwards Cup.

In 2026, she took 32 wickets across the Metro Bank One-Day Cup and Vitality Blast, and scored 78 runs.

Adam Carty, regional director of women’s cricket, said: “In Eva Gray, the club have secured the services of a cricketer of vast experience, who has the proven ability to bowl in all three phases of an innings.

“She’s a proven winner and has a nice habit for taking wickets across both white ball formats.

“Eva is one who likes to get into the battle, and her ambition for team success aligns well with our hunger for continued progress.

“I am delighted that Eva has decided to join our club.”

Gray represented England A in four matches against Australia in 2023 and 2024, and won The Hundred with London Spirit in 2024.