Sanjay Bangar has confirmed he will return to Lancashire League side Rawtenstall next season as their professional for 2008.

The Indian all-rounder was instrumental in guiding the Worswick Memorial Ground outfit to the runners-up spot this year.

"We are delighted that Sanjay is coming back and he has assured us he will be here for the start of the season."

Fellow Indian all-rounder Sunil Joshi will stay on as professional at Ramsbottom in 2008 for his third consecutive year.