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Glamorgan rope in Pakistan's Mir Hamza for County Championship

March 01, 2024
By Web Desk
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Hamza has featured in five Test matches for his country, with his best bowling figures being 4/32. - AFP

Glamorgan have announced the signing of Pakistan seamer Mir Hamza as an overseas player for the beginning of the 2024 season.

The 31-year-old left-armer will be available for the first seven County Championship fixtures.

Hamza has featured in five Test matches for his country, with his best bowling figures being 4/32 in the Boxing Day Test against Australia in 2023.

He has bagged 434 wickets in first-class cricket at an average of just over 22, and has an impressive record in T20 cricket, averaging 29 with the ball with his best figures being 4/9.

“I am thrilled to be joining Glamorgan for the County Championship this summer," Hamza said.

“It will be exciting to work with Grant again after working with him with Pakistan, and I can’t wait to join up with the squad, get to training and help this great Club push for a positive start to the season.

“I have heard many great things about Cardiff from my teammates who played there last summer and look forward to meeting all of the supporters.”

Head Coach Grant Bradburn stated: “As Coach, I am excited for our group to add such an experienced performer in Mir Hamza.

“Having worked with Mir previously in Pakistan, I have full confidence that Mir will add huge value to our team both on and off the field.”

Meanwhile, Director of Cricket, Mark Wallace, said: “It’s excellent news that Mir has agreed to join us at the start of the season. He’s an international bowler with a fine record and previous experience in County cricket. We’re looking forward to welcoming him to Cardiff.”