Bears confirm Zondeki

South African fast bowler Monde Zondeki has signed as Warwickshire's overseas player for 2008.

South African paceman heading to Edgbaston

South African fast bowler Monde Zondeki has signed as Warwickshire's overseas player for 2008. Zondeki, 25, has played five Tests and 11 one-day internationals during his fledgling international career. He will be available for the entire season, although is unlikely to feature during the Twenty20 Cup in June as Warwickshire have recruited Sri Lankan batsman Sanath Jayasuriya on a short-term deal for that period. "I am hugely excited about signing for Warwickshire and the opportunity to work under Ashley Giles and bowling coach Allan Donald is one that was too good refuse," Zondeki told the county's official website. "This promises to be a huge year for the Bears and I am looking forward to playing an important role in the upcoming season." Director of Cricket Ashley Giles commented: "Monde comes highly recommended from South Africa. Myself and AD (Donald) have had many discussions about world class bowlers and he rates him as one of the quickest bowlers in South Africa. "Monde will add pace and experience to our bowling attack and will be a good addition to the squad. I look forward to welcoming to Edgbaston in March."