February 26, 2008
Worcestershire CCC Sign Fidel Edwards
Worcestershire CCC has confirmed the signing of 26 year old West Indian fast bowler from Barbados, Fidel Edwards, as their overseas player for the second half of the 2008 season subject to clearance from the WICB.
Edwards has played 30 Test Matches (75 wkts) and 33 ODI’s (44 wkts) for the West Indies.
Director of Cricket, Steve Rhodes, says “Fidel is an International strike bowler with 30 Test Matches under his belt who has the ability to bowl at 90 mph. His pace and aggression will suit Worcestershire for the second half of the season when the wickets have dried out. He is exciting to watch and will add even more venom to our bowling attack.”
Edwards himself says “I am very excited to be coming to Worcestershire County Cricket Club as I have been waiting a long time to play County Cricket. I have heard it is hard work but I like it when I am being tested. It’s going to be a learning experience for me and I am willing to give whatever experience I have gained from playing test cricket. I can’t wait to be there.”
Rich Hudson of international sports management business Essentially Group, who represent Edwards, said “We are delighted that Fidel has finally got the opportunity he has craved to play county cricket. Worcester will be a fantastic place for him to play and combining Fidel with the County’s array of fast bowlers will surely make them one of the most dangerous and feared attacks on the county circuit. I know Fidel is very excited about his arrival in July and looking forward to giving his all to propel Worcestershire towards success”.
It is expected that Edwards will arrive in time for the LVCC match against Northants at New Road on 10th July.
