Northamptonshire have signed former South Africa all-rounder Andrew Hall on a three-year contract. Hall announced his retirement from international cricket earlier this month after being omitted from the Proteas' World Twenty20 squad.

The 32-year-old had been a key part of the squad which reached this year's World Cup semi-finals and has previously played for Worcestershire and Kent - who he represented this summer.

Hall said: "The opportunity to join Northants and play my role both on and off the field in achieving success and being part of the development plans over the next three years is an exciting one for me.

"Before making my decision I have spoken in depth with (head coach) David Capel, Nicky Boje and Lance Klusener, who have given me a useful insight and convinced me about the style, potential and ambition that the club have in progressing and working towards achieving lasting success."

Capel added: "This is an important and significant signing for Northants Cricket.

"I feel confident that the addition of Andrew's vast experience combined with his proven qualities of being a combative, competitive team man in all departments of the game will have a significant impact in all competitions.

"He has performed admirably in first-class cricket for an extended period of time and has a depth of experience in the English game. His international playing record speaks for itself."