India seamer Jaydev Unadkat to play for Sussex

Left-arm India seamer Jaydev Unadkat will be a part of his Saurashtra teammate Cheteshwar Pujara at Sussex for 3 video games within the County Championship in September.

Unadkat performed for India within the two-Test collection towards the West Indies final month. “Jaydev will be available for selection for the games against Durham, Leicestershire and Derbyshire as Sussex looks to secure promotion to the first division,” Sussex stated in a launch.

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While Pujara has captained Sussex within the earlier season, it will likely be the primary County stint for Unadkat, makes it a uncommon occasion for 2 Indian gamers representing the identical aspect on English home circuit.

“The English County Championship has a wonderful legacy, and I was keen to grab the opportunity whenever I can and it seems to be the right time for me at this point in my career,” stated Unadkat.

“I hope to add to the laurels that my dear friend & team-mate, Cheteshwar has been adding aplenty while representing Sussex for the last couple of seasons, and more importantly helping the team win games,” he added.

Sussex will play towards Durham from September 6-9, towards Leicestershire from September 10-13 and towards Derbyshire from September 19-22.

Sussex, presently coached by former England assistant coach Paul Farbrace, will probably be in search of promotion to the primary division of the County Championship.