With the selection of Andy Bichel in the Australian Squad to play three ODI's against Pakistan in mid-June announced earlier today, Worcestershire have moved quickly to sign a replacement for the period Bichel will be away.

Allan Donald will take on the overseas player slot for the period from 4th to 19th June which will include NUL games against Yorkshire, Leics and Durham, a Championship game against Durham, a possible 4th round C & G Trophy game against Ireland or Notts and a potential semi-final in the B & H Cup.

Worcestershire's Director of Cricket, Tom Moody, is delighted to capture 'White Lightning' for this critical period of the season, " Obviously we are sorry to lose Andy Bichel who has started the season so well for us but to have Allan on board for a few weeks will be good for all concerned. His experience and class will enable us to maintain the early season momentum and his presence will be invaluable in the dressing room."

Allan Donald was introduced to the Worcestershire crowd during the lunch interval of today's Frizzell County Championship match against Essex at New Road.

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