Tuffey has played 85 one-day internationals for New Zealand

Yorkshire have signed New Zealand international paceman Daryl Tuffey as their overseas player for the first part of the 2010 season.

The 31-year-old will cover for Ryan Harris while he is playing for Deccan Chargers in the Indian Premier League.

"It's a great opportunity to develop my game," said Tuffey.

"I haven't played county cricket before and it's always something I've wanted to do. I'm looking forward to the challenge and I'm sure I'll enjoy it."

Tuffey has played 24 Test matches for the Black Caps, taking 74 wickets at an average of 30.79.

All-rounder Harris agreed to join Yorkshire in October but will not arrive at Headingley until May because of his IPL commitments.

"We felt it was important to have an experienced overseas bowler at the club in the period before Ryan Harris joins us," said Yorkshire director of cricket Martyn Moxon.

"We have a young bowling attack and the knowledge and wickets that Daryl can provide us with will be vital if we are to get off to a good start in the County Championship.

"Daryl is keen to join us, even if only in a short-term capacity, and I'm sure some of our young bowlers will learn a lot from him."

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