James Pattinson set for Nottinghamshire return

The quick, who has 70 Test wickets for his country, will be available for seven County Championship fixtures, beginning with a home match against Lancashire on April 19

Nottinghamshire have announced that Australia fast bowler James Pattinson is set for return to Trent Bridge in 2019.

The quick, who has 70 Test wickets for his country, will be available for seven County Championship fixtures, beginning with a home match against Lancashire on April 19.

Pattinson will also be available for the whole of the Royal London One-Day Cup - a tournament he won with the county in 2017.

In the same year Pattinson ran riot in Division Two, taking 32 wickets at 12.06 in five matches during Notts' promotion campaign.

Director of cricket, Mick Newell, welcomed the Australian's return.

"James had a successful first spell with us and it’s great to get the chance to welcome him back this season," said Newell.

^{Pattinson took 32 Championship wickets at 12.06 in 2017}

"His pace and international pedigree make him an exciting addition to our squad. If he performs anything like he did during the previous spell, we’ll be very happy.

"What you want from an overseas player is someone with the right attitude who throws themselves into playing their cricket for Nottinghamshire.

"That’s certainly something James did for us in 2017 and that’s why he was so popular among the members and supporters, as he was with the players and coaching staff."

Pattinson added: "I loved my time with Nottinghamshire in 2017. It will be great to join up with the lads again.

"I have special memories of my time with the Club and the opportunity to call Trent Bridge my home is something I really value.

"I’m excited to get back on the field and helping the team chase a couple of titles."