Adil Rashid signs IPL deal with Punjab Kings

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Adil Rashid, who took 12 wickets in the men's Hundred at an average of 14.41 for Northern Superchargers, was the joint-highest wicket taker.

England and Yorkshire leg-spinner Adil Rashed will compete in the delayed Indian Premier League, which will be played for the first time by Punjab Kings.

The 33-year old will replace Jhye Richardson from Australia, who was originally signed for 1.4 million.

Rashid is currently fourth in the International Cricket Council's T20 bowling rankings. He has taken 65 wickets at 24.29 per head in 62 T20s in England.

The United Arab Emirates resumes the suspended IPL on September 19.

Due to an increase in coronavirus infections among players, the tournament with eight franchises was stopped in May. There were still 31 matches.

With three wins in eight games, Punjab has also included England's batsman Dawid Malan and Chris Jordan.