Kuldeep Yadav claims 10 wickets for Yorkshire against Essex
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 8:46 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026
Kuldeep Yadav took 10 wickets for 120 runs to help Yorkshire secure a 106-run victory over Essex in the County Championship at Headingley. The left-arm wrist-spinner recorded four for 70 in the first innings and six for 50 in the second as the opposition fell for 171 and 113. Beyond his bowling, Kuldeep contributed 36 runs with the bat during Yorkshire's total of 390. This performance follows his exclusion from India's playing XI in the second Test against Sri Lanka. Kuldeep remains in the national Test squad but faces competition for a regular spot from players including Washington Sundar and Manav Suthar. He stated that the Headingley surface favored his bowling style by allowing him to focus on revolutions rather than speed.
- •Kuldeep recorded his best-ever First Class bowling figures at Headingley.
- •Yorkshire dismissed Essex for 171 and 113 to win by 106 runs.
- •The spinner contributed 36 runs to the Yorkshire first-innings total.
- •Kuldeep competed in the recent two-Test series against Sri Lanka for India.
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"Kuldeep Yadav showcased an outstanding display of bowling, claiming ten wickets for Yorkshire in a County Championship match, achieving his remarkable best-ever First Class figures. The pitch, which provided ample assistance to spinners, complemented Kuldeep's skill as he utilized its natural pace and bounce. This remarkable achievement serves as a much-needed boost following his recent challenges with India's Test team.
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