Bosman has hit seven fifties and a century in 38 domestic T20s

Derbyshire have signed South Africa opening batsman Loots Bosman for their Twenty20 campaign.

The 32-year-old, who is a specialist in the short form of the game, has represented his country in 13 one-day internationals and six T20 matches.

Bosman has an average of 51.40 in 20 overs internationals and hit 94 off 45 balls against England in 2009.

His arrival at the County Ground is subject to him being granted a work permit and visa.

Derbyshire head of cricket John Morris was delighted with securing Bosman's services for this summer.

Anybody who saw Loots' sensational innings against England will be able to vouch for his quality Derbyshire head of cricket John Morris

"The opportunity to sign a player of Loots' quality and specialist expertise for T20 cricket was too good for us to miss," he said.

"The big bonus for us is that he is expected to be available for the vast majority of matches during the competition.

"Anybody who saw Loots' sensational innings against England in the international Twenty20 back in November will be able to vouch for his quality and the kind of exhilarating entertainment he can provide."

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