Durham sign West Indies pace bowler Roach
Kemar Roach has played 88 Tests for West Indies taking 294 wickets
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Durham have signed West Indies Test star Kemar Roach as they push for an immediate return to Division One of the County Championship following relegation last season.
The 37-year-old, who is closing in on 300 Test wickets, will join up with the Durham squad ahead of the season-opener against Kent at Banks Homes Riverside and will be available until mid-June.
Roach brings proven pedigree as a pace bowler in English conditions as a three-time County Championship winner with Surrey.
"I can't wait to join Durham for the 2026 season," Roach told the club's website, external.
"Having played in the County Championship for the past five years, I know how serious a side Durham are, so I plan to join and add great value.
"I hope to help Durham push for a trophy this summer and I think the group Durham have is very close to doing that.
"We know how much of a tough season it is with the county grind, but the rewards are there when you win and I hope to add that winning mentality to the Durham side."
Roach, 37, who made his Test debut in 2009, has claimed 12 five-wicket hauls for West Indies.
"We're delighted to welcome Kemar to Durham," said Durham director of cricket Marcus North.
"He is a world-class performer in Test cricket and his experience playing county cricket makes him a perfect fit for our group.
"Kemar brings proven quality with the ball but also a wealth of knowledge that will benefit our younger bowlers across his time at Durham."
