New Zealand all-rounder Grant Elliott has signed for England county club Surrey as its overseas players for the first half of the 2009 season.
The 29-year-old has played in three Tests and 20 one-day internationals for the Black Caps.
Having been born and brought up in South Africa, Elliott left his native for New Zealand in 2001 and after completing his residency qualification in 2007, he played his first Test match against England in March 2008.
He has a terrific average of 52 with the bat at a strike rate of 82.06 from 20 one day games he has played so far in his career.
He had an impressive one day series against Australia and was New Zealand’s leading run scorer with 210 runs at 52.5 which included 115 in the third match at the SCG.
Commenting on the signing of Elliott, Surrey Cricket Manager, Chris Adams said, “Grant has proven that he is a top class all-rounder at the highest level and having someone of his ability around will definitely strengthen us, especially in one day cricket where we have not been as successful in recent times.”
“Grant’s inclusion will help balance out our squad which will give us additional options when it comes to selection.”
Elliott, who is part of the New Zealand side that is hosting India for the ODI and Test series, looked pleased with the development.
“I’m really excited about playing for Surrey. It will be a great opportunity for me and I hope I can make a difference and help to win some games for the Club during my time there,” he told the Surrey website.
The 29-year-old has played in three Tests and 20 one-day internationals for the Black Caps.
Having been born and brought up in South Africa, Elliott left his native for New Zealand in 2001 and after completing his residency qualification in 2007, he played his first Test match against England in March 2008.
He has a terrific average of 52 with the bat at a strike rate of 82.06 from 20 one day games he has played so far in his career.
He had an impressive one day series against Australia and was New Zealand’s leading run scorer with 210 runs at 52.5 which included 115 in the third match at the SCG.
Commenting on the signing of Elliott, Surrey Cricket Manager, Chris Adams said, “Grant has proven that he is a top class all-rounder at the highest level and having someone of his ability around will definitely strengthen us, especially in one day cricket where we have not been as successful in recent times.”
“Grant’s inclusion will help balance out our squad which will give us additional options when it comes to selection.”
Elliott, who is part of the New Zealand side that is hosting India for the ODI and Test series, looked pleased with the development.
“I’m really excited about playing for Surrey. It will be a great opportunity for me and I hope I can make a difference and help to win some games for the Club during my time there,” he told the Surrey website.
Sportz Interactive
Friday, March 13, 2009 5:59:57 PM
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