Matt Henry is heading to England in April to play for Worcestershire.

New Zealand quick Matt Henry has signed to play county cricket for Worcestershire in 2016.

The 24-year-old will be a fill-in for the Worcestershire from April until the end of June, when South African speedster Kyle Abbott will take over.

"Worcestershire have had strong links with New Zealand cricket going back to when Glenn Turner played for them for many seasons," Henry told the Worcestershire club website.

"And, more recently, with Colin Munro and Mitchell McClenaghan, too.

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"I hope I can play my part in getting them off to a good start in trying to regain that Division One spot - as well as having another successful run in the T20 Blast."

Henry was the standout bowler for New Zealand in the recent one-day series against Sri Lanka, claiming 13 wickets in only three matches. He took a five-wicket bag as well as two four-wicket hauls.

He also excelled in English conditions on test debut at Lord's in May, claiming 4-93 ad 2-106 in that match against England.

New Zealand played at Worcester during their tour of England, with Henry taking 2-71 and 3-58 in a 15-run win over Worcestershire.

Worcestershire director of cricket Steve Rhodes said Henry will be a "huge asset" to the team.

"Matt Henry is a fine young bowler who has represented New Zealand in all formats. He also was trusted with both a world cup semifinal and a final spot and his bowling early season will be huge asset to the club.

"I am delighted he will lead our attack and join our current crop of terrific young seam bowlers."