Khurram Shahzad: Pakistan seamer to join Worcestershire from early July for rest of season

Worcestershire have agreed a deal to sign Pakistan seamer Khurram Shahzad from early next month until the end of the season.

The 25-year-old, who taken 20 wickets in six Tests, will join the Pears from 4 July and replace New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy, who is set to leave at the end of June.

In addition to the final five County Championship matches, Shahzad will also be available for the One-Day Cup campaign and last six group games, at least, of the T20 Blast.

“Joining a club like Worcestershire and getting the chance to enhance my skills is something I am really excited by,” Shahzad said., external

“I have always had ambitions to play in England, so this was a chance I was desperate to take.”