Yuzi Chahal Conway Northamptonshire signings have added a major boost to the county’s 2026 campaign, as Indian legspinner Yuzvendra Chahal re-signed and New Zealand opener Devon Conway joined the squad. Chahal will return for the second half of the season to feature in the One-Day Cup and County Championship, while Conway, on the other hand, strengthens the batting order for the full campaign.
“Yuzi is a magnificent asset to this squad. His record across his career speaks for itself, and he brings so much class and experience to the group. I loved working with him this year and am excited to go again in 2026. Moreover, for young spinners in the group like Nirvan Ramesh and Stuart van der Merwe, having Yuzi around to guide them will be a huge plus for their game,” Northamptonshire’s head coach, Darren Lehmann, expressed.
Chahal has claimed 31 wickets over two County Championship spells at The County Ground and possesses substantial international experience. Furthermore, with 217 wickets for India in white-ball formats across seven years, Chahal aims to bring his skills and expertise to Northamptonshire’s 2026 campaign. His return reinforces why the Yuzi Chahal Conway Northamptonshire combination is considered crucial for the club’s success.
“I am so excited to carry on my journey with Northamptonshire. It feels like home to me, and I love playing cricket here. Therefore, I am eager to push for more success next year with this great squad,” said Chahal.
Additionally, Northamptonshire have also re-signed Australia’s Harry Conway. The seamer, who took 20 wickets in four Championship matches earlier this year, will come back for the beginning of the 2026 season. The 33-year-old is likely to be available for the initial seven-game stretch in April and May.
“Harry is an excellent addition for 2026. His form last year was fantastic, and I am excited to work with him for a longer period. In fact, his ability to take wickets on all surfaces and presence around the team make him an invaluable player,” Lehmann said.
“I’m delighted to have re-signed back at Wantage Road for an extended period next season. At the same time, I hope I can have a big impact on the changing room and contribute to winning games in the division,” Conway expressed.
Clearly, the Yuzi Chahal Conway Northamptonshire pairing promises to deliver balance, skill, and depth, making the 2026 campaign one of the most anticipated in the county’s recent history.
–IANS
