Grange and Scotland seam bowler Chris Sole has joined Glamorgan for the next five Vitality Blast cricket matches.

Sole, who has been clocked at 150kph in international cricket, has played 45 white ball internationals for Scotland as well as appearing for the St Lucia Zouks Caribbean Premier League and the Sharjah Warriors in the ILT20.

Glamorgan, Director of Cricket Mark Wallace said: “We have been tracking Chris for a while and now that his World Cup campaign is over with Scotland it’s great to be able to bring him in to add some pace to our attack and bolster our seam bowling resources in Vitality Blast.”

Glamorgan are mentored by former Scotland coach, Grant Bradburn, who added: “To be able to add Chris Sole’s high quality skills, experience and character into our squad, brings an exciting vibe to our team.

“Having worked with Chris previously in Scotland, we know the high value he will bring and I’m sure he will thrive in our environment.”

Chris Sole said: “I’m very excited to be included in Glamorgan’s Vitality Blast campaign and can’t wait to join the squad. Hopefully I can contribute to some on-field success in the coming weeks.”

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