Paul Coughlin joins Lancashire from Durham
Lancashire Cricket is delighted to announce the signing of all-rounder Paul Coughlin from Durham ahead of the 2026 season.
The 32-year-old versatile all-rounder brings a wealth of experience to Emirates Old Trafford having made over 100 appearances for Durham.
In 65 First-Class appearances, Coughlin has taken 142 wickets bowling right-arm seam and scored just shy of 2,000 runs.
He has a strong career bowling record in T20 cricket, picking up 71 wickets from 70 matches at an average of just 25.
Coughlin will join up with the Club for pre-season training in November.
Speaking about signing for Lancashire Cricket, Paul Coughlin said: “I’m thrilled to be making the move to Lancashire. It’s a Club with a great history and big ambitions, and I’m really looking forward to getting started with a new chapter in my career.
“The chance to commit to Lancashire for the future and be part of what they’re looking to achieve here is something that I’m hugely excited about.
“I know Keaton Jennings and Michael Jones very well from our time at Durham together and it will be great to link-up with both again at Lancashire and meet the rest of the lads.”
Director of Cricket Performance Mark Chilton also commented: “We are delighted to have secured Paul’s services as we continue to strengthen our squad ahead of the 2026 season.
“This move represents an exciting new challenge for Paul, who has already demonstrated his ability to perform at the highest level. We believe that a fresh environment will provide the platform for him to return to his very best.
“Paul’s all-round qualities will add significant depth and versatility across both red-ball and white-ball formats, and we look forward to welcoming him to Emirates Old Trafford in the winter.”