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Indian all-rounder Washington Sundar has signed with Hampshire for the final two rounds of the County Championship season. He'll feature in matches against Somerset and defending champions Surrey later this month. This marks Sundar's return to county cricket after previously playing for Lancashire in 2022. The move comes after his impressive performance in India's Test series against England earlier this year.

Key Points: Washington Sundar Joins Hampshire for County Championship Finale

  • Sundar joins Hampshire for final two County Championship rounds
  • Will play against Somerset and reigning champions Surrey
  • Returns to county cricket after 2022 Lancashire stint
  • Scored 284 runs in India's recent Test series vs England
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Washington Sundar joins Hampshire for final two County Championship rounds

India all-rounder Washington Sundar signs with Hampshire for final two County Championship matches against Somerset and Surrey, marking his return to county cricket.

"We’re delighted to bring Washington to the club for the County Championship - Giles White, Hampshire Director of Cricket"

Southampton, Sep 11

India’s off-spin bowling all-rounder Washington Sundar has signed up with Hampshire for the final two rounds of the ongoing County Championship season, the club announced on Thursday.

As per the deal, Sundar will turn out for Hampshire in their meetings against Somerset at the Cooper Associates County Ground in Taunton from September 15-18 and against reigning champions Surrey at the Utilita Bowl from September 24-27.

Sundar was part of India’s Test squad during the thrilling drawn 2-2 series against England earlier this year. He amassed 284 runs at an average of 47, including hitting a maiden Test century at Old Trafford that helped India to draw the match.

“We’re delighted to bring Washington to the club for the County Championship. He had an excellent series against England this summer, and he’ll play a key role with two big games coming up against Somerset and Surrey,” said Giles White, Hampshire’s Director of Cricket.

Sundar, 25, has turned out in 40 first-class games, including 13 Tests, scoring more than 1,800 runs at an average of 34. With the ball, he has picked up 91 wickets at an average of 28, with his best innings figures coming in the form of 7-59 against New Zealand in Pune last year.

The stint with Hampshire marks Sundar’s return to county cricket after three years. The all-rounder previously represented Lancashire in 2022 and made an instant impact by taking a five-wicket haul on debut against Northamptonshire in the County Championship.

Other prominent Indians who have featured in the UK domestic cricket season this year are Khaleel Ahmed (Essex), Tilak Varma (Hampshire), Yuzvendra Chahal (Northamptonshire), Ishan Kishan (Nottinghamshire) and R Sai Kishore (Surrey). Mayank Agarwal is currently on a three-match deal with Yorkshire, while Jaydev Unadkat is turning out for Sussex.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Interesting to see so many Indian players in county cricket this season. Shows how much talent we have beyond the main squad!
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Ananya R
Hope he gets good playing time. Sometimes these short stints don't give enough opportunities to really showcase skills. Fingers crossed for him! 🤞
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Vikram M
His 7-59 against NZ was magical! If he can bring that kind of form to county cricket, Hampshire have got themselves a real match-winner.
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Michael C
Good to see young Indian talent getting exposure in different conditions. This will only make our bench strength stronger for future tours.
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Priya S
Hope BCCI continues to encourage these county stints. The experience of playing in English conditions is invaluable for our players' development.

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