Leicestershire have signed Australia batter Jake Weatherald for the opening block of the County Championship season.
Weatherald, 31, made his Check debut within the Ashes sequence in opposition to England through the winter.
He has chalked up 5,784 runs in first-class cricket, together with 13 centuries, at a median of 36.84 throughout 85 matches.
“I am completely buzzing to affix Leicestershire for this primary block of the County Championship,” he mentioned.
“It is my first style of county cricket and, actually, I could not be extra excited.
“Everybody I’ve spoken to has talked about how particular the county circuit is – the historical past, the crowds, the grind – and I am actually wanting ahead to being a part of that.
“I am unable to wait to satisfy the lads, settle in, and hopefully make an actual influence for the Foxes.”
Weatherald has been enjoying for Tasmania and was beforehand with South Australia.
He has additionally performed Twenty20 cricket for Adelaide Strikers and Pakistan Tremendous League workforce Quetta Gladiators.
Leicestershire head coach Alfonso Thomas mentioned: “He is had an excellent few years and confirmed through the Ashes that he can carry out on the most important stage.
“His first‑class file speaks for itself – he scores runs, he performs positively and he brings actual competitiveness to the highest order.
“We consider he’ll slot straight into the group and make a powerful influence on and off the sphere.”
