A former MCC young cricketer, Gary Wilson, the Irish wicketkeeper, signed for Surrey in 2005 as cover for Jon Batty. In 2005 he featured in eight Second X1 matches hitting a highest score of 56. He looked impressive behind the stumps, claming 32 dismissals which included 26 catches and six stumpings. He has also featured in the under 19's World Cup in 2004 and 2006 has played in the ICC Intercontinental Cup in 2005 and 2006. He has also featured for Ireland A. After a solid season in 2007 he extended his contract until 2009.