Surrey County Cricket Club sign Anil Kumble
14th December 2005Surrey County Cricket Club is delighted to announce the signing of Indian leg-spinner, Anil Kumble as the second overseas player for the coming season.
Kumble is expected to be available from mid July after the completion of the Test series between India and the West Indies in the Caribbean.
The leg-spinner will be available for eight Liverpool Victoria Championship matches, with his first match scheduled for 14 July, which is the first day of Surrey's four-day match with Northamptonshire.
Surrey coach, Alan Butcher said;
"Anil is recognised as one of the best bowlers in world cricket. In addition, his character and professionalism are also hugely admired. Any coach would welcome these qualities in his dressing room. His presence will be a huge mid-season boost to us next year as we attempt to gain promotion to division one."
Kumble added;
"It's great to have this opportunity to play for Surrey and it is something I am looking forward to immensely. This is a new chapter in Surrey's history and I want to help them get back on track to being a Championship winning side."