Jaydev Unadkat Set to Rejoin Sussex for Rest of County Championship Campaign
Indian left-arm fast bowler Jaydev Unadkat is preparing to travel to England to resume his County Championship commitments with Sussex for the final stretch of their red-ball season.
What Happened
Jaydev Unadkat, who has been associated with Sussex since 2023, is set to return to Brighton ahead of the resumption of the County Championship. The tournament has been on a scheduled hiatus as domestic action in England shifted temporarily to white-ball competitions, including The Hundred and the One-Day Cup. Since Unadkat holds a contract exclusively for red-ball cricket, he will link up with the squad as the first-class competition restarts.
Earlier in the season, the 33-year-old pacer arrived late due to his Indian Premier League commitments, featuring in two County Championship fixtures during June before heading back to India. During those two appearances, he claimed eight wickets across four innings. He is now set to be available for Sussex’s final six matches of the competition, starting with their fixture against Warwickshire at Edgbaston on August 20.
Key Highlights
- Return Date: Unadkat’s return begins with Sussex’s match against Warwickshire on August 20 at Edgbaston.
- Remaining Fixtures: He is scheduled to take part in all six remaining County Championship matches for Sussex this season.
- Track Record at Sussex: Across 13 County Championship appearances for the club, Unadkat has taken 57 wickets at an average of 17.75 and a strike rate of 38.2, including one five-wicket haul.
- Team Standing: Sussex, captained by England pacer Ollie Robinson, currently sit fifth in Division One of the County Championship with four victories, two losses, and two draws from eight matches.
- Indian Presence in County Cricket: Other Indian players in England’s domestic season include Yuzvendra Chahal at Nottinghamshire, Rahul Chahar at Surrey, Kuldeep Yadav with Yorkshire in the One-Day Cup, and Manav Suthar, who played for Warwickshire earlier in the summer.
Why This Matters
Speaking to Cricbuzz about his return, Unadkat noted that competing in county cricket serves as valuable preparation ahead of the upcoming Indian domestic season. Sussex also gain an experienced frontline seamer for their push in Division One, where they aim to improve their standing over the final six rounds of the tournament.
What to Watch Next
Sussex will take the field against Warwickshire at Edgbaston on August 20. Following that fixture, the team will play five more matches to conclude their Division One campaign.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Jaydev Unadkat play his next County Championship match?
Unadkat is slated to feature in Sussex’s clash against Warwickshire at Edgbaston starting on August 20.
How many matches will Unadkat play for Sussex this season?
He is expected to be available for Sussex’s final six County Championship fixtures of the season, having already played two matches in June.
What is Unadkat’s overall record for Sussex in the County Championship?
Unadkat has collected 57 wickets in 13 appearances at an average of 17.75, including one five-wicket haul.
Source: Crictracker / Cricbuzz