Chahal & Conway Return to Northants! Shaw’s Shock Somerset Switch Confirmed

Northamptonshire Bolsters 2026 Squad with Major Overseas Signings

In a significant move for their 2026 campaign, Northamptonshire County Cricket Club has secured the services of two key overseas players: Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal and Australian pace bowler Harry Conway . This double signing signals the club’s ambitious intent to strengthen their bowling attack across formats.

What the Signings Mean for Northants

Yuzvendra Chahal, a veteran of international cricket, is set to return to The County Ground for a third stint, having previously impressed with his wicket-taking prowess . He is expected to join the team for the second half of the 2026 season .

Meanwhile, Harry Conway will be available for the opening seven matches of the Rothesay County Championship, providing crucial early-season support with the new ball .

Josh Shaw’s Surprising County Exodus

In a separate but notable development in the county transfer market, Gloucestershire seamer Josh Shaw has officially agreed to a switch to rivals Somerset on a three-year deal . The 29-year-old’s departure is part of a larger exodus of bowlers from Gloucestershire, marking a significant shift in the West Country cricket landscape .

2026 Overseas Player Stints at a Glance

Player	Nationality	Role	2026 Stint with Northamptonshire
Yuzvendra Chahal	Indian	Leg-Spin Bowler	Second half of the season
Harry Conway	Australian	Pace Bowler	First 7 County Championship matches

Key Takeaways

• Northamptonshire has locked in two high-impact overseas bowlers for the 2026 season.
• Chahal’s return provides a massive boost for the T20 Blast and the latter part of the County Championship.
• Conway’s early-season availability offers stability at the start of the red-ball campaign.
• Josh Shaw’s move to Somerset on a three-year contract is a major coup for the Taunton side .

For more on player movements, check out our [INTERNAL_LINK:Players] section.

Sources

• Chahal, Conway confirmed for Northamptonshire stints in 2026 – ESPNcricinfo
• Somerset sign Gloucestershire seamer Shaw – Somerset CCC