Yorkshire sign New Zealand international Sears

Ben Sears finished with match figures of 5-161 on his Test debut for New Zealand against Australia last April

Yorkshire have signed New Zealand fast bowler Ben Sears for the County Championship season.

The 27-year-old, who has made one Test appearance for the Black Caps, will join up with the team from the second game of the year.

"I can't wait to get over to Headingley and start playing with the guys. Some of the signings made already are exciting and I hope I can add to that," the Wellington man told the club website.

"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."