Auqib Nabi set to join Surrey for three-match County Championship stint before New Zealand Tests

Jammu and Kashmir pacer Auqib Nabi has joined Surrey on a short-term contract. He will play three County Championship Division One matches for the club. This move aims to sharpen his red-ball game ahead of India's New Zealand tour. Nabi received his UK work visa clearance and traveled to England soon after. He is expected to debut against Yorkshire at The Oval on September 2.

Jammu & Kashmir fast bowler Auqib Nabi is likely to turn out for English county side Surrey for a brief stint in the ongoing County Championship Division One season.

Fast bowler Auqib Nabi is set to represent English county side Surrey for a brief stint in the ongoing County Championship Division One season. The Jammu and Kashmir pacer was part of India's squad for the Sri Lanka Tests but will now head to the UK with eyes on getting game time before the India tour of New Zealand. NEW: Auqib Nabi joins Surrey for a 3-match stint in the ongoing County Championship. He will feature in their upcoming fixture on September 02 against Yorkshire. #CountyCricket— Mohsin Kamal (@64MohsinKamal) August 30, 2026 Nabi will likely play in three matches and could be available for Surrey's fixture against Yorkshire. Surrey are also scheduled to face Sussex at Hove from September 8 and Glamorgan at The Oval from September 15. The stint is expected to provide Nabi with an opportunity to demonstrate his ability to swing the ball in seamer-friendly English conditions.The conditions in England are quite similar to those in New Zealand and Nabi could use the opportunity to get some valuable experience. While he is yet to make his debut, the 25-year-old could be in plans where India are likely to opt for a strong pace attack. His ability with the bat could also make him a suitable selection, given coach Gautam Gambhir's inclination towards all-rounders. 15-Year-Old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi Captains East Zone After Ishan Kishan Suffers Injury In Duleep Trophy 2026 Semi-FinalNabi enjoyed a remarkable Ranji Trophy campaign last season, finishing as the leading wicket-taker with 60 wickets at an average of 12.56. His performances played a key role in Jammu and Kashmir's historic maiden championship triumph. He was also part of India's recent 1-0 Test series victory over Sri Lanka, although he did not feature in either of the two matches.