Indian Cricketers Set to Participate in County Cricket in England
As the 2025 county cricket season approaches, several Indian cricketers are preparing to participate in England's prestigious league. Players like Ruturaj Gaikwad, Ishan Kishan, and Yuzvendra Chahal are set to make their mark, with some aiming to regain their form while others look to showcase their skills. This article delves into the details of their participation and the implications for their careers. Read on to find out more about these players and their upcoming matches.
| Jun 22, 2025, 16:20 IST
Indian Players Heading to England for County Cricket
Several players from the Indian cricket team are gearing up to participate in the upcoming county cricket season in England. This move aims to help them regain or maintain their form. Indian cricketers frequently engage in England's red-ball and one-day formats. In 2025, numerous players are expected to head to England, featuring some prominent names. However, it is important to note that only those players who are currently not part of the Indian team are included in this list.
Ruturaj Gaikwad will be playing the entire season for Yorkshire, focusing solely on red-ball matches. Tilak Varma is also set to make his debut in county cricket, participating in four matches for Hampshire this season. Additionally, wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan has decided to join county cricket, where he will play two red-ball games for Nottinghamshire.
Yuzvendra Chahal is another name on this list, currently away from Indian cricket. He will not only play county matches for Northamptonshire but will also participate in the One Day Cup for the team this season. Shardul Thakur was also included in this lineup, scheduled to play seven matches for Essex. However, since he has received an opportunity with the Indian team, he has withdrawn his name. If he is not included in the playing eleven for the final matches, he may still play a few games in August-September, but this remains unconfirmed.