Archive · 15 Jan 2026
Shoaib Bashir Joins Derbyshire on Two-Year Deal
Shoaib Bashir, a 22-year-old off-spinner who plays for England, has signed a new contract with Derbyshire.
He will play for them for two years starting in 2026.
He used to play for Somerset, but he didn't get to play much there.
He has done well for England, taking 68 wickets in 19 Test matches.
But in county cricket, he hasn't done as well, taking only 21 wickets in 23 matches.
He wants to play more red-ball cricket and get better at his game.
Derbyshire's coach, Mickey Arthur, is happy to have him join the team.
Shoaib is also going to Zimbabwe for special coaching before the season starts.
Shoaib Bashir signs a two-year deal with Derbyshire for the 2026 season.
The 22-year-old off-spinner seeks consistent red-ball cricket after limited opportunities at Somerset.
Bashir has taken 68 wickets in 19 Tests for England but struggled in county cricket with an average of 74.78.
Derbyshire head coach Mickey Arthur played a key role in the recruitment, aiming for promotion.
Bashir will join a spin department at Derbyshire that includes Jack Morley and Joe Hawkins.
- Who
- Shoaib Bashir, an England off-spinner
- What
- Signed a two-year contract with Derbyshire
- When
- For the 2026 season
- Where
- Derbyshire, England
- Why
- To seek consistent red-ball cricket and revitalise his domestic career
- Player
- Shoaib Bashir
- New Team
- Derbyshire
- Contract Duration
- Two years
- Previous Team
- Somerset
- International Wickets
- 68 wickets in 19 Tests
- County Championship Average
- 74.78 for 14 wickets
- Derbyshire's Previous Season
- Finished third in Division Two
- Coach
- Mickey Arthur