Cricinfo staff15-Feb-2005

Chaminda Vaas: 'I very much look forward to this opportunity' © Getty Images

Worcestershire have announced that Sri Lankan fast bowler Chaminda Vaas has agreed a two-month contract for the early part of the 2005 season.

"Chaminda's career record, mostly on wickets in the sub continent, speaks for itself and it is our belief that his style of bowling will ideally suit the playing conditions during the early part of the season," said Tom Moody, Worcestershire's director of cricket. "As a fast-medium left-arm swing bowler, he will complement the rest of our attack"

"I have always enjoyed my cricket in England and very much look forward to this opportunity with Worcestershire," Vaas explained. "I know how ambitious the county is and I look forward to playing with so many quality players."

The signing of Vaas is still subject to official clearance from the Sri Lankan board.