He has a vastly experienced First Class cricketer having made more than 160 red ball appearances at an average of 42.22 in which he amassed 26 centuries.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWarwickshire is a Club with a great history and I\u2019m thrilled to have the opportunity to represent them. I\u2019ve played at Edgbaston before and know how much the fans get behind the team there. It\u2019s one of my favourite venues, so I\u2019m excited to call it my home ground for the 2025 season,\" Latham said in a statement.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt\u2019ll also be nice to bring the family to Birmingham and spend some time exploring the city. I\u2019d love nothing more than to help the Bears lift a trophy. I\u2019m looking forward to the whole experience,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Latham made his international debut at 19. In December 2018 he made history when making 264 not out against Sri Lanka to set a Test record for the highest score by an opener while carrying their bat.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Warwickshire's Performance Director Gavin Larsen said he\u2019s delighted to have secured one of world cricket\u2019s leading batters as the Bears' first overseas signing for 2025.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve been working behind the scenes to bring in someone to strengthen our top order, someone with proven ability and experience. Tom fits the bill ideally, and it\u2019s a real pleasure to have secured him for the 2025 season,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe New Zealand team has limited conflict with our domestic cricket calendar next season. In this modern cricket world it\u2019s rare to have a player of Tom\u2019s quality and experience agree to join, and be available, for an entire season.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWe\u2019ve been working behind the scenes to bring in someone to strengthen our top order, someone with proven ability and experience. Tom fits the bill ideally, and it\u2019s a real pleasure to have secured him for the 2025 season,\" he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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