Pacemansignsup to join the Glo’sters
Scotland fast bowler says he’s looking to ‘push for success’ after agreeing deal
GLOUCESTERSHIRE County Cricket Club have announced the signing of right-arm fast bowler and Scotland international Stuart Whittingham.
The 24-year-old, who joins the county from Sussex on a three-year deal, made his first-class debut against Derbyshire in 2016, taking a wicket with his first ball.
His international career began with a three-wicket performance against Sri Lanka in a practice match at Beckenham as part of Scotland’s tour of England in May 2017.
Whittingham, pictured, went on to make his one-day international debut for Scotland against Papua New Guinea in the ICC World Cricket League Championship in October 2017.
He also made his T20 internation- al debut for Scotland against Ireland in June of this year.
He has taken 46 wickets in 15 first class games, with his best figures of five for 80 coming against Derbyshire at Hove in 2017.
He also took impressive match figures of eight for 93 against Ireland in an Intercontinental Cup match in Dubai in 2017.
Whittingham said: “I am really excited to have signed for Gloucestershire. I am keen to continue with the development of my game and to play here is a fantastic opportunity.
“I feel like I have reached a time in my career where I can offer a lot to the team, we have a great group of lads who are looking to push for success and I cannot wait to get started.”
Gloucestershire head coach Rich- ard Dawson said he was delighted with the signing.
“He’ll add to our bowling group and boost competition for places,” he said. “His ability to bowl fast spells, along with having an impressive strike rate of 43 balls per wicket, gives us variety in our bowling unit.
“He is still at an age where there is room for development and all the players and coaches are looking forward to working with Stuart.”
Chief executive Will Brown added: “It is great to see Stuart join us. His manner, ability and commitment has impressed us hugely in the time we’ve spent together.
“We are really looking forward to him joining up with the squad and developing as an important member of the team.”