Mayank Agarwal signs short-term deal with Durham for County Championship

Indian batter Mayank Agarwal has signed a short-term deal with Durham Cricket Club for the final four matches of the 2026 County Championship season. The 35-year-old right-hander will replace South African international David Bedingham, who has returned to South Africa ahead of their international red-ball summer. Agarwal is set to make his debut for Durham against Northamptonshire on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, and will play alongside former England captain Ben Stokes. Durham head coach Ryan Campbell expressed his satisfaction with the signing. "We are delighted to have Mayank joining us for our County Championship run in.