Veteran West Indies fast bowler Kemar Roach will extend his remarkable Surrey tenure by returning for the first four matches of the 2024 County Championship season. This marks his fifth consecutive year with the London-based club, where he's become instrumental in their recent dominance of English domestic cricket.

Roach's Stellar Career at a Glance:

• 284 Test wickets for West Indies (8th all-time among Windies pacers)
• 93 Championship wickets for Surrey across four seasons
• 566 first-class wickets in his professional career
• Key contributor to Surrey's three recent County Championship titles

The 36-year-old Barbados native has developed a special affinity for The Oval, where he averages a wicket every 43 balls in first-class cricket. His 65 wickets in 15 matches at Surrey's home ground demonstrate his mastery of the famous London pitch.

Surrey's Early-Season Fixtures with Roach:

1. 4 April: Away vs Essex (Season opener)
2. 12 April: Home vs Hampshire (Oval debut)
3. 19 April: Away vs Sussex
4. 25 April: Home vs Somerset

"The professionalism at Surrey matches international standards," Roach stated. "Working with Alec Stewart's leadership group and bowling alongside England talents like Jamie Overton pushes me to maintain world-class standards."

Why Roach Matters to Surrey:

• Brings championship-winning experience (23 trophies in professional career)
• Provides mentorship for young quicks like Tom Lawes
• Offers new-ball control (career economy rate of 2.95 in first-class cricket)
• Delivers clutch performances (15 five-wicket hauls in Tests)

Surrey's Director of Cricket Alec Stewart noted: "Kemar's impact transcends wickets. His work ethic sets the tone for our entire attack." With Roach available through April, Surrey gain a strategic advantage in their quest for back-to-back County Championships.