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Kent cricket linked with South African Kagiso Rabada as overseas player for 2016

00:00, 14 February 2016

updated: 10:37, 14 February 2016

Kent are reportedly close to signing an overseas bowler ahead of the new season.

South African Kagiso Rabada, who took 13 wickets in the final Test of the winter series against England, has agreed to join Kent, according to MailOnline.

The 20-year-old fast bowler was also linked with Durham.

Captain Sam Northeast Picture: Barry Goodwin
Captain Sam Northeast Picture: Barry Goodwin

The deal is expected to cover the first six weeks of the summer.

Kent start their first four-day County Championship Division 2 game of the season at Worcestershire on April 10.

Kent captain Sam Northeast has previously spoken about his desire to bring in an overseas player to boost the squad.

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