Sai Kishore joins Gloucestershire ahead of crucial County Championship fixtures

On July 8, Gloucestershire confirmed the signing of Indian left‑arm spinner R Sai Kishore for the remaining six County Championship matches. The 29‑year‑old has previously featured for Surrey, picking up 11 wickets in two appearances, and now looks to bring that momentum to a Gloucestershire side that has struggled early in the season.

The new contract allows Kishore to play from the August 20 encounter with Warwickshire at Cheltenham. Gloucestershire, with a solitary victory in eight games, are seeking to avoid a relegation‑like scenario, and team director John Lewis emphasized the club’s determination to improve its standing.

Former England women’s head coach Louis welcomed the addition, remarking that Kishore’s experience will add depth and flexibility to the spin department, especially as conditions in England become more conducive to turn during the mid‑summer period.

Kishore thanked John Lewis and the entire Gloucestershire setup for the opportunity, stating that playing in English conditions has always been a personal goal. He looks forward to wearing the county’s colors, interacting with fans in Bristol and Cheltenham, and delivering performances that can shift the team’s fortunes.