Cheteshwar Pujara Extends Sussex County Championship Stint to Third Season in 2024

Pujara and Hughes join Sussex for the 2024 Championship and T20 Vitality Blast. Pujara, an India Test batter, has played for Sussex before, making 18 Championship appearances and scoring 1,863 runs at an average of 64.24, including eight centuries. Hughes, an aggressive top-order batter with NSW Blues and Sydney Sixers, will be available for T20 and County Championship matches. Pujara expressed his excitement to return, stating that he looks forward to contributing to the team’s success. Farbrace, Sussex Head Coach, praised Pujara’s experience and calmness. Hughes, on the other hand, is excited to play county cricket and expressed his excitement to join Sussex and contribute to their success. Both players are seen as valuable assets to Sussex for the upcoming season.