Somerset snap up New Zealand's Luke Ronchi for T20 Blast
Thursday 18 June 2015 10:51, UK
Luke Ronchi will play five matches for Somerset during this summer’s NatWest T20 Blast.
The 34-year-old Kiwi, who is currently with the New Zealand tourists, will join up with the county next week when the Black Caps complete the limited-overs leg of their trip to England.
Ronchi will replace his injured compatriot Corey Anderson who had to leave the Kiwis' squad because of a back injury.
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Ronchi is renowned for his big hitting in the shorter formats of the game and will be available for the match against Middlesex at Uxbridge on Friday, June 26.
Somerset director of cricket Matthew Maynard said: "Luke is a quality player with plenty of International experience.
"He is an excellent wicketkeeper, an explosive batsman, and I am sure our members and supporters will enjoy the brand of cricket that he plays."
