Wednesday 11 March 2015 08:40, UK
Lancashire have signed Australia fast bowler Peter Siddle as their overseas player for 2015.
The 30-year-old will be available to play for the Red Rose from the beginning of the season through until the end of July and will feature mainly in the LV= County Championship.
Since making his international debut in 2008, Siddle has taken 192 wickets in 56 Test appearances at an average of 30.45.
He played county cricket for Nottinghamshire last year and claimed 37 wickets at an average of 31.48.
Lancashire cricket director and head coach Ashley Giles said: “We are delighted to have brought in Peter Siddle to strengthen our bowling attack.
“Peter is a world-class bowler with a tremendous pedigree and having him available for such an extended period will give our LV= County Championship campaign a real boost.
“He has previous experience of playing in English conditions and I am looking forward to him adding some additional quality to our squad.”
Siddle said: “I enjoyed my time in England last season with Nottinghamshire and when I heard of Lancashire’s interest I had no hesitation in speaking with Ashley.
“I am looking forward to playing my cricket at Emirates Old Trafford, which is such a fantastic international cricket ground.”
