Shardul Thakur to Star in Essex County Cricket Adventure

Indian cricketer Shardul Thakur will play seven matches for Essex in 2025, marking his debut in the English country cricket scene. Thakur, who has consistently performed well, is eager to showcase his talent at Essex. He wasn't picked in the IPL auction, offering him a debut opportunity at County cricket.

Shardul Thakur, an Indian cricket all-rounder, is set to embark on a new chapter of his career by joining Essex for seven County matches in the 2025 season, as officially announced by the club. At 33, this marks Thakur's debut in the English cricket arena.

Thakur has demonstrated impressive form recently, with notable performances including a century against Jammu and Kashmir and a substantial 84-run contribution against Meghalaya in the Ranji Trophy. Proving his fitness remains a key goal, following his last appearance at the 2023 ODI World Cup.

Expressing his excitement, Thakur stated his eagerness to explore County cricket, a long-held ambition of his. Essex's director of cricket, Chris Silverwood, highlighted Thakur's potential to make a significant impact with his bowling and batting skills, reinforcing the club's strategy for strengthening their roster.

(With inputs from agencies.)