Taunton [UK], January 21 (ANI): Somerset County Cricket Club (SCCC) on Friday announced the signing of former Australian fast bowler Peter Siddle.

The 37-year-old has claimed 146 First-Class wickets from 36 matches for Nottinghamshire, Lancashire, and Essex in previous seasons. Peter has taken over 200 Test wickets including eight five-wicket hauls.

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"Somerset are held in high regard within the game, and to get a chance to play for the Club is something that I am really looking forward to," Siddle said in a statement as per Somerset

"I've had some good games against Somerset over the years and now I'm looking forward to contributing to some wins for them.

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"I enjoy playing in England and I would love to be able to play a part in Somerset winning some silverware, especially their first-ever County Championship," he added.

Peter has also excelled in white-ball cricket, taking 89 T20 wickets at 23.60 with a best of five for 16. In addition, he has 86 List A wickets at an average of 31.51 and a best of four for 27.

He will join Somerset until at least the end of August and will be available for all three formats during that time. (ANI)

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