WARWICKSHIRE have signed exciting teenage batter Vansh Jani on a rookie contract from the South Asian Cricket Academy (SACA) after a string of impressive Second XI displays.
Jani – who progressed through Middlesex’s Youth Pathway – has been trialling with the Bears and hit three Second XI centuries last month.
The 19-year-old scored an unbeaten 159 against Yorkshire Seconds at the start of April and followed that with a 122 not out (112 balls) vs Worcestershire Seconds.
In between he made an appearance for SACA against the Bears and, despite coming up against an experienced attack including Craig Miles, Che Simmons, Danny Briggs and Jake Lintott, compiled 156 from 169 balls.
He was also part of the SACA tour party that competed in the Abu Dhabi T20 Super Cup and scored 38 not out in their two-day red ball game against an Essex attack comprising Sam Cook, Jamie Porter and Shane Snater.
Jani has signed a contract until the end of the 2025 season. Warwickshire First team Coach Ian Westwood said he’s been impressed by Jani’s development over the last year.
“He is a rapidly developing batter who has significant potential in both the long and short formats,” added Westwood.
“We are keen to support him further in his professional and first team ambitions, and are confident we have the opportunity and resources to help him. We look forward to watching him grow and flourish with Warwickshire.”
Isleworth-born Jani was with Middlesex until the age of 18 before spending time with the International Cricket programme in Sydney where he played Grade Cricket for St George’s District Cricket Club.
He has also represented Buckinghamshire CC in National Counties competitions and joined SACA at the end of last season.
“I’m extremely excited to be signing for the Bears,” said Jani. “It’s been my dream to be a professional cricketer, so to get this chance with a great club like Warwickshire is incredible.
“I can’t wait to get started and am looking forward to seizing whatever opportunities come my way this season.
“It’s a really proud moment for me and my family.”
SACA Founder and Managing Director Tom Brown, said: “We’re thrilled to see Vansh earn this thoroughly deserved opportunity with Warwickshire.
“From the moment he joined us, his talent, work ethic and charisma stood out. And the way he’s performed this season is a clear reflection of his skill.
“We’re excited to see what’s next for him. He’s definitely one to watch.”
