Kevin O'Brien
Gloucestershire have announced the signing of Ireland all-rounder Kevin O'Brien until the end of the season.
O'Brien made a name for himself earlier this year when recording the fastest-ever century in a World Cup match, requiring just 50 balls to reach three figures against England.
He played for Nottinghamshire in 2009, and in 2010 was awarded a contract with Cricket Ireland, making him one of six players with a full-time contract with the board.
''I am very excited to have the opportunity to play for Gloucestershire, and work under one of the most successful coaches in domestic one day history," said O'Brien.
"I am looking forward to getting over there and hopefully helping the team to achieve its goals in all forms of the game, but especially t20 and one day cricket.
"Hopefully I can have a great season, help Gloucestershire win trophies and improve my game even further. It is going to be an honour to play with Murali, and hopefully I can learn from guys who have performed so consistently in domestic cricket for many years.''
Director of cricket John Bracewell added: "We are delighted to have signed Kevin O'Brien to our squad with particular reference to his one day skills.
"Given his heroics in the World Cup the Gladiators have a genuine lion slayer in their midst."
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