SALTIRES chiefs have launched a worldwide search for a high-profile professional to spearhead their final CB40 campaign.

The Scots will end thirty years of almost continuous competition against county opposition in next summer�s tournament.

And they want a leading overseas player to help ensure they go out with a bang.

Cricket Scotland chief executive Roddy Smith: �It is certainly our hope to have a high calibre professional on board.

�We are still a fairly young team and it would be good to have an experienced overseas player to help out.�

The Saltires launch their CB40 campaign against holders Hampshire at the Ageas Bowl in May.