Srinath signs up for Leicestershire

Speedster Javagal Srinath, who had announced his retirement from Test cricket recently, has signed on to play for Leicestershire.

Srinath told reporters in Bangalore that he would be playing for the English county side from August 19 to September 22.

"Since the doors are closed for me for the ICC trophy, I have signed the contract," he said.

Srinath said he has taken the consent of the BCCI in this regard.

"This would be a good opportunity to begin first class cricket to stay match-fit," he said.

Srinath said he also had offers from South Africa but did not accept them as the fixtures there were clashing with the domestic first class season in India.

Mail Cricket Editor