R Sai Kishore joins Gloucestershire for final six County Championship matches | Cricket News

By Sandy Verma On Jul 9, 2026

India left-arm spinner R. Sai Kishore has signed for Gloucestershire County Cricket Club for the final six matches of the 2026 County Championship season. The 29-year-old will be available from Gloucestershire’s match against Worcestershire County Cricket Club at Cheltenham on August 20. Kishore previously impressed during a stint with Surrey County Cricket Club in 2025, taking 11 wickets in just two matches.Speaking after completing the move, Kishore said he was eager to experience English conditions again. “I am deeply grateful to Jon and everyone at Gloucestershire for giving me this opportunity. Gloucestershire is a club with a rich history and a fantastic setup, and the chance to play my cricket here is incredibly exciting.”I’ve always wanted to test my skills in English conditions, and after speaking with the management, I knew this was the right fit. I’m looking forward to wearing the jersey, meeting the fans at Bristol and Cheltenham, and doing my part,” he said.

Gloucestershire back Sai Kishore to make an impact

Kishore has been one of India’s most consistent domestic red-ball bowlers, claiming 223 wickets in 54 first-class matches for Tamil Nadu. He was also part of India’s gold medal-winning squad at the 2023 Asian Games and has taken 33 wickets in 28 IPL matches.Gloucestershire head coach Jon Lewis welcomed the signing, saying, “We’re really excited to bring Sai Kishore into the squad. He’s a proven, experienced cricketer who will add a huge amount to our group.”The Club is fully committed to playing better cricket over the final six County Championship matches, and it’ll be really interesting to see the impact an overseas spinner can have at this stage of the season. The conditions at this time of year are often very conducive to spin bowling, so we’re hopeful Sai can make a significant contribution and have a really positive impact on the team.”