Ben Sears, the New Zealand pacer, has signed a contract with Yorkshire for the 2025 season. He will be available for them for their second County Championship game of the season against Worcestershire at Headingley.
The 27-year-old has impressed with his speed in his test debut against Australia in 2024. He took five wickets in that match. His New Zealand debut came in a T20I match against Bangladesh in 2021.
He has also been selected for the upcoming Pakistan tour of New Zealand where Michael Bracewell is set to lead the New Zealand team in the absence of Mitchell Santner due to IPL 2025.
His fellow countryman, O’Rourke also signed for the T20 Blast. Ben will be joining him at the Headingley. He is excited about the opportunity to play in the T20 Blast.
“I can’t wait to get over to Headingley and start playing with the guys,” Sears said. “Some of the signings made already are exciting and I hope I can add to that.
“It’s important to set the tone early in any season. We have some big games in that first block, and I’ll be ready to get the team off to the best start possible.”
The Head coach of Yorkshire is full of praise for Ben Sears. He said, “Ben is a real talent who can get some extra bounce when he bowls. In that early section of the year when pitches can be greener or slower, he’ll be a real handful and I’m excited to get him over and start working with him.”
The General Manager of Cricket of Yorkshire also sees it as a great sign for the club to attract global talent. He said, “To attract such talented bowlers like Ben to the club is a testament to the lure of Yorkshire across the globe. Ben is an exciting talent and will provide the squad with an extra element that will be crucial this season.”
“We’re thrilled he has signed and look forward to welcoming him to Headingley in April.”
