Batty completes Surrey return
Aug 27 2009 - 15:04:24
Worcestershire's England off-spinner Gareth Batty has agreed a return to Surrey on a three-year contract.
The 31-year-old will head back to The Oval at the end of the current campaign, having been allowed to forego the final year of his Pears deal.
Batty told Surrey's official county website: "It's great to be back at Surrey. Playing at The Oval will help my own game and I really hope that I can play a part in helping Surrey win some trophies again.
"I still have aspirations to get back playing Test cricket for England again and I feel the move to Surrey will help me do that."
Surrey's cricket manager Chris Adams added: "Getting Gareth on board will certainly bring healthy competition for bowling places within the squad.
"Having several options within the spin department is integral to a successful team and I now feel confident that we have a lot of depth there now."