Adams signs for Nottinghamshire

Adams is back at Notts for a second spell (Getty)

Nottinghamshire have bolstered their squad with the signing of New Zealand all-rounder Andre Adams.

Adams, 32, has signed a two-year deal at Trent Bridge and will provide cover for England pacemen Ryan Sidebottom and Stuart Broad as a Kolpak player.

He had a short spell with Notts last season, helping them gain promotion from Division Two of the Championship.

Director of cricket Mick Newell told BBC Radio Nottingham: "We felt we needed to add depth to our bowling."

Although Adams was registered as an overseas player during his previous spell, his West Indian parentage has allowed him to re-join as a Kolpak player.

Newell added: "He is an experienced international bowler and a hard hitter as well and he made a solid contribution during the six weeks he spent with us last season."

Adams played in four County Championship games for the club in his last stint, taking six wickets against Derbyshire.