Middlesex have signed Australian all-rounder Ashton Agar for their T20 campaign this summer.
The left-arm spinner, who has represented his country in all forms of the game, will be available for the whole of the renamed Vitality Blast tournament, starting in July.
Agar made a memorable Test debut during the 2013 Ashes series at Trent Bridge, when he broke several records by hitting 98 as last man in.
More recently, the 24-year-old performed well for Perth Scorchers in Australia’s Big Bash League, averaging almost 50 with the bat and taking eight wickets at an average of 25.
Agar said: “I’m thrilled and very grateful to have signed for Middlesex and look forward to the challenge of achieving success with them.
“It’s a great opportunity to play with an exciting group of players. I can’t wait to walk out at Lord’s, one of the most beautiful grounds in the world – it’s quite a privilege.”
Agar is the first new arrival at Lord’s since the end of last season, with the club opting not to engage an overseas signing for the entire summer.
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