Unfortunately gaikwad

The Chennai Super Kings: India batter Ruturaj Gaikwad has pulled out of a County Championship deal with Yorkshire due to personal reasons.

The Chennai Super Kings captain had agreed a five-match deal, starting with the game against reigning champions Surrey at Scarborough from July 22.

Yorkshire head coach Anthony McGrath said the county are assessing their options regarding a replacement, but there are other things to contend with as well ahead of the 10th round clash.