Rahane joins Leicestershire as an international replacement for all-rounder Wiaan Mulder, who is set to link up with South Africa for their Caribbean tour.
In Rahane, Leicestershire’s batting line-up is bolstered by a player who has accrued more than 34,000 runs – including 66 centuries – across all formats in his career.
Leicestershire’s director of cricket Claude Henderson is “thrilled” to bring Rehane to Leicestershire after it “didn’t quite work” the first time around.
“It’s a massive boost to have secured his services for the business end of this season,” Henderson said.
“He holds immense experience and vital leadership qualities, which will be hugely beneficial to the team alongside his run-scoring ability. Ajinkya’s arrival also presents a fantastic opportunity for our batters to learn from one of the game’s best.”