The 31-year-old played an important role in Hampshire’s bowling attack last year picking up 41 wickets at an average of just 16
Pakistan pacer Mohammad Abbas has agreed to re-join Hampshire as their overseas player for the start of the 2022 County Championship.
The 31-year-old played an important role in Hampshire’s bowling attack last year picking up 41 wickets at an average of just 16. This included three five-wicket hauls with best figures of 6-11 against Middlesex at The Rose Bowl in April.
Abbas – who will join up with Hampshire for at least the first two months of the season - will be the Club’s second overseas player alongside fellow fast bowler Kyle Abbott, with whom he teamed up so successfully in 2021.
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"I'm delighted to be joining Hampshire again," Abbas said. "I really enjoyed the environment and playing with this squad at a fantastic ground like the Ageas Bowl. I know there's a big desire at the club for silverware in the County Championship and hopefully, I can play my part and contribute with the ball."
Giles White, Hampshire's director of cricket, said: "Mo showed everybody last year that he is a bowler of the highest quality. He's an extremely popular member of the squad, so we are thrilled he's agreed to come back and he joins Kyle Abbott as our second overseas signing."