Surrey set to replace Kohli with former Pakistan captain

By : ABP News Bureau | Updated at :

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Azhar, Pakistan's most successful Test batsman over the last couple of years, had a poor tour outright, averaging a shade over 12 across the three Tests.

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Azhar and Shafiq have had a disappointed England series but would look to make the most of this opportunity. They would know about their County fate in couple of days time.

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Not only Kohli was eyeing game time with Surrey to make himself ready for the five-match Test series in England in August, Surrey were also looking forward to acquire the services of the Indian captain.

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With time running out and very little options to choose from, Surrey has all but confirmed Kohli’s replacement.

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Apart from Azhar, another Pakistan batsman Ashad Shafiq is also in line to bag a county contract with Somerset.

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Former Pakistan captain Azhar Ali is in line to be Kohli’s replacement. Ali is currently is England, fresh from a two-match Test series.

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Kohli was scheduled to play for Surrey for the entire month of June, taking part in three four day matches and three Royal London Cup One-Day matches in his bid to prepare for the English summer.

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However, a neck injury suffered during the IPL ruled him out of the County stint, leaving Surrey in a spot of bother.

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Indian captain Virat Kohli’s loss is set to be Pakistan’s biggest gain as their format captain is in line to replace Kohli in the English County side Surrey.

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