Indian Cricketer Gaikwad Set to Join Yorkshire for T20 Blast
Gaikwad's Upcoming Yorkshire Stint
The Indian cricketer is set to join Yorkshire's squad ahead of their T20 Blast match against Surrey in Scarborough this July, remaining with the team until the conclusion of the season. As part of the India A team currently touring England, Gaikwad may also be selected for the Metro Bank One Day Cup this season. With experience as the captain of both Chennai Super Kings and Maharashtra, the Pune-based batter has six ODI caps and has played 23 T20 matches. He is scheduled to make his debut for Yorkshire County against Surrey on July 22 at North Marine Road Ground, Scarborough.
Gaikwad's Excitement for Yorkshire
“I’m thrilled to be joining Yorkshire for the remainder of the English domestic season,” Gaikwad expressed. “Experiencing cricket in this country has always been a dream of mine, and there’s no greater club in England than Yorkshire.”
“I understand the importance of starting strong during this critical phase of the season. We have some key matches in the County Championship, and the One-Day Cup presents a fantastic opportunity to secure some silverware,” he added.
About Yorkshire County Cricket Club
Yorkshire County Cricket Club, located in Yorkshire, England, is a professional cricket team that competes in the County Championship, the premier first-class cricket competition in England. Known as the 'Vikings', Yorkshire also participates in the T20 Blast and the One-Day Cup. The club boasts the most successful record in English cricket, having won the County Championship 33 times, with their latest championship victory occurring in 2015.
Gaikwad's First-Class Performance
Although Gaikwad has yet to make his Test debut, he has played 38 first-class matches, accumulating 2,632 runs at an average of 41.77. His record includes fourteen fifties and seven centuries in ODI cricket. Currently, he is part of the India A squad in England, preparing for their match against the England Lions, but he is not included in the senior Test team set to face England in a five-match series.