Dane Paterson will not return to Nottinghamshire in 2025 having signed a deal with Middlesex for the upcoming season. 

A popular figure at Trent Bridge, Paterson took 180 First-Class wickets in 45 games for Nottinghamshire in First-Class cricket, averaging 23.25. 

He took 50 wickets in consecutive seasons (2022/2023), with his return resulting in a recall to his national team last year. 

Those Test match commitments with South Africa, combined with paternity leave, saw the seamer play eight games in 2024, taking 20 wickets.

“Whilst obviously I’m sad not to be returning to Trent Bridge after what has been an amazing four years, I’ll always treasure the time I’ve spent there,” Paterson said.

“It quickly became a home away from home for me and I made friendships in the dressing room which I’m sure will last a lifetime. 

“On the pitch, my game went from strength to strength and it was rewarding to get the wickets I did over three seasons. I must pay tribute to Kevin Shine and my teammates for helping me in that regard.

“I always gave my all, and I am grateful to the members and supporters for their backing during my time at the club. 

“I’d like to thank Mick, Lisa and Pete for giving me the opportunity to represent Notts as well as my wife for her incredible support, raising our two kids while I was away and putting in performances for the club; for that I will be forever grateful. 

“I look forward to catching up with all those at Notts again when the opportunity allows.”

Paterson began his Notts’ career on a high, claiming a stunning catch on the boundary at the Incora County Ground as the Green and Golds broke their County Championship hoodoo in 2021. 

He claimed his first of seven Notts five-fers three fixtures later against Warwickshire, with best figures of 8-52 versus Worcestershire in 2022 as Nottinghamshire lifted the Division Two trophy. 

“We are hugely grateful to Dane for what he’s achieved in his time with Nottinghamshire,” Director of Cricket, Mick Newell, said. 

“He was returning from injury when he first joined us but quickly realised his potential, working well with Kevin Shine and the rest of the bowling group.

"He wore his heart on his sleeve and was a great teammate over three years, providing us with countless memories.

“We wish him well for the coming season and beyond.”

Nottinghamshire's overseas signings for the upcoming red-ball season include seamers Fergus O'Neill and Mohammad Abbas, while Kyle Verreynne is also set to return.