Monday 24 October 2016 07:47, UK
Derbyshire have signed South Africa leg-spinner Imran Tahir as an overseas player for the 2017 season.
International commitments permitting, the current No 1 T20 international bowler in the world will arrive after the Champions Trophy - which is being held in England in June - and remain for the rest of the season.
Tahir, who has taken more than 200 wickets for the Proteas across three formats, has previously enjoyed spells in county cricket with Hampshire, Warwickshire, Middlesex and Nottinghamshire.
The 37-year-old said: "I love playing cricket in England and I'm looking forward to playing a senior role at Derbyshire.
"I've learned a lot over the years and if I can pass my knowledge on to youngsters and help win matches, then it's a great option for me."
Derbyshire chairman Chris Grant added: "At the end of the season, we committed to investing in top quality players to improve the squad and ensure we could compete more strongly in 2017.
"This signing clearly demonstrates that we are delivering on that commitment and we look forward to welcoming Imran to Derbyshire."
