Faheem, who has been capped 85 times in T20Is, has previously represented Northamptonshire and Sussex in county cricket. He will arrive ahead of Yorkshire\u2019s opening game in the T20 against Nottinghamshire at Trent Bridge on May 22. Somerset are the defending champions in the T20 Blast after having won their third title in the previous season.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI\u2019m delighted to be joining Yorkshire. Many of my fellow Pakistan players have represented the Club and have spoken highly of both the environment and the quality of players within the squad. I\u2019m really looking forward to arriving at Headingley,\u201d said Ashraf in a statement issued by the club on Thursday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Faheem brings considerable experience, having featured in the Big Bash League, Bangladesh Premier League and the Blast. He recently became only the second player in Pakistan Super League history to score 1000 runs and take 100 wickets.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI\u2019m delighted to be joining Yorkshire. Many of my fellow Pakistan players have represented the Club and have spoken highly of both the environment and the quality of players within the squad. I\u2019m really looking forward to arriving at Headingley,\u201d said Ashraf in a statement issued by the club on Thursday.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Yorkshire\u2019s general manager of cricket Gavin Hamilton welcomed his signing. \u201cFaheem is an experienced multi-format player who will be a really valuable addition to the squad. He brings a great ability to score quick, lower order runs as well as the skill to make a real impact with the ball.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n