Has gone back on loan to Hampshire to play in the Global Super League T20 competition.

The laws state:

In a match of more than one day’s duration, the captain of the fielding side may demand a new ball when the number of overs, excluding any part overs, bowled with the old one is equal to or greater than 80 overs.

It's 80 overs in the CC too, 110 overs is the cut off for bonus points in the first innings.

Ali was supposed to be the all format overseas that stays the whole year. His international career looked to be over but with the mysterious ways in which Pakistan cricket works he got called up again and then got a bad injury. Considering that he's continuing his rehab in England I wouldn't be surprised to see him back next season.

Booth has a contract until 2026 and doesn't count as a domestic player for at least another season, maybe two. He might develop into a good player but I think an overseas top order bat or spinning all rounder is a priority.

Regarding the T20 there should be a lot more players available next season because it doesn't clash with the world cup like it did this year.

He's getting paid almost 500k to be a net bowler, he's not going to give that up to come back and play in the championship

Aamer Jamal is the latest name being mentioned. Joel Paris was lined up but as always is injured.

Fergus O'Neill?

Jakob Bhula is an ex-NZ U19 player released by Wellington in the Spring. He's been playing in the Herts Cricket League.