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Durham Dominate Lancashire with Lees Century and All-Round Brilliance

By Nilay July 24, 2024 0

Durham’s impressive batting display, led by Alex Lees’s century and contributions from Bas de Leede and Colin Ackermann, propelled them to a commanding 57-run victory over Lancashire in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup.

Lees, the Durham captain, anchored the innings with a superb 111 off 126 deliveries, striking eight boundaries and a six. De Leede, the Dutch international, contributed a brisk 72 off 63 balls, while Ackermann chipped in with a quickfire 59 off 33.

Durham’s total of 344 for four was their sixth-highest List A score. They paced their innings expertly, with every batter contributing. Ben McKinney (43) and Michael Jones (41) provided valuable support to Lees.

Lancashire’s chase got off to a promising start, with Josh Bohannon scoring a career-best 147 off 119 balls. However, Ackermann and de Leede proved too strong for the Red Rose batters, sharing six wickets between them.

Ackermann’s off-spin accounted for three wickets, including the crucial dismissal of Keaton Jennings for 44. De Leede, with his seam bowling, claimed three wickets, including the prized scalp of Bohannon.

Bohannon’s valiant effort was in vain as Lancashire were bowled out for 287, falling short of Durham’s target. The win marked a successful start to Durham’s One-Day Cup campaign.

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Hameed’s Century Keeps Nottinghamshire in Contention Against Lancashire

By Nilay May 11, 2024 0

Nottinghamshire’s Haseeb Hameed, aiming to revive his Test cricket aspirations, notched his first Vitality County Championship century since September 2022 against his former county Lancashire. Despite his unbeaten 137, Nottinghamshire still trail Lancashire’s first innings total by 52 runs at Trent Bridge.

Hameed, who has been dropped twice by England, showcased his batting prowess with 16 boundaries. However, he was fortunate to survive a drop on 104 off Tom Hartley. Hartley, who is set to join the England squad for the upcoming white-ball series against Pakistan and the T20 World Cup, went wicketless in 18 overs.

Lancashire’s George Balderson emerged as the bowling star, claiming 4 for 72 from 22 overs. Balderson, who shared a crucial partnership with Keaton Jennings in Lancashire’s first innings, exploited the conditions effectively.

Lancashire’s 331-run total was boosted by a strong finish on day one, with Tom Bailey contributing an unbeaten 31. Olly Stone, who impressed with the ball on day one, picked up three wickets for 56 runs from 23.2 overs.

Nottinghamshire began their chase aggressively, but Ben Slater’s early dismissal set them back. Hameed and Will Young steadied the innings, but Young’s dismissal for 27 opened the door for Lancashire.

Balderson’s return to the attack proved decisive, as he dismissed Joe Clarke and Tom Moores in quick succession. Jack Haynes provided support to Hameed, who reached his half-century from 99 balls and his century from just 63 more.

Despite Hameed’s heroics, Nottinghamshire suffered another setback before tea when Haynes was dismissed for 35. After tea, Lyndon James and Hameed reduced the deficit, but the second new ball brought success for Lancashire. James was caught at first slip, and Calvin Harrison’s promising innings ended with an edge to second slip.

Nottinghamshire will need to dig deep on day three to match Lancashire’s first innings total and put themselves in a strong position in this Division One encounter.

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Lancashire’s Day One Hopes Dashed by Pennington’s Bowling Masterclass

By Nilay May 10, 2024 0

Lancashire’s hopes of a prosperous start to their Vitality County Championship match against Nottinghamshire were dashed on day one at Trent Bridge, as Dillon Pennington’s exceptional bowling performance restricted them to 306 for 8.

Skipper Keaton Jennings (91) and overseas batter Tom Bruce (73) provided a solid foundation for Lancashire, but the team’s momentum was halted by a late-session collapse. Pennington’s devastating spell with the second new ball, claiming 3 for 15, proved pivotal.

The morning session belonged to Lancashire, with Jennings and George Balderson (50) sharing a 107-run partnership for the third wicket. However, the dismissal of Josh Bohannon (24) by Lyndon James just before lunch sparked a Nottinghamshire resurgence.

After lunch, Jennings and Balderson continued to dominate, but their partnership was broken by Pennington’s brilliance. Jennings’ reverse sweep attempt against Calvin Harrison resulted in a top-edge catch, while Balderson was undone by Stone’s pace.

Bruce took charge, reaching a half-century off 69 balls, but Pennington’s double strike with the new ball, removing George Bell and Matthew Hurst, shifted the balance back in Nottinghamshire’s favor. Bruce’s dismissal to Paterson further dented Lancashire’s hopes.

Despite securing a second batting point, Lancashire’s late collapse left them with a challenging position heading into day two.

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Gilchrist’s Six-Wicket Haul Leaves Lancashire in Tatters

By Nilay May 5, 2024 0

Lancashire’s batting woes continued unabated as Kent took complete control of their Vitality County Championship match at Emirates Old Trafford. Nathan Gilchrist’s career-best 6 for 24 and Wes Agar’s 4 for 35 reduced Lancashire to a paltry 92 in their first innings.

Kent’s 169-run first-innings lead allowed skipper Daniel Bell-Drummond to enforce the follow-on. Lancashire’s misery compounded as they lost three wickets for as many runs late in the day, finishing on 119 for 4, still 50 runs in arrears.

Gilchrist and Agar exploited the cloudy conditions to wreak havoc on Lancashire’s batting. Luke Wells, Josh Bohannon, Keaton Jennings, Tom Bruce, George Bell, George Balderson, and Tom Hartley all fell cheaply, leaving Lancashire reeling at 40 for 7.

Matty Hurst’s defiant 36 helped Lancashire avoid their lowest first-class score against Kent, but Gilchrist’s fifth wicket ended their innings. In their second innings, Wells and Jennings showed some fight, but Gilchrist’s brilliance continued as he dismissed both batsmen.

Joey Evison’s unbeaten 71 in Kent’s first innings proved invaluable, as Lancashire’s batting collapse handed Kent a commanding position. The visitors will be confident of securing victory on the final day, while Lancashire faces an uphill battle to salvage a draw.

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Evison’s Fifty Rescues Kent from Lancashire Dominance

By Nilay May 3, 2024 0

Kent’s Joey Evison played a valiant innings of 50 not out, but Lancashire dominated the opening day of their Vitality County Championship clash at Emirates Old Trafford.

Evison, aided by Grant Stewart’s 33, rescued Kent from a precarious 129 for six. The duo launched a counterattack against Lancashire’s Test spinners, Nathan Lyon and Tom Hartley, adding 69 for the seventh wicket.

However, Lancashire’s George Balderson had earlier claimed three wickets in 28 balls, including the dismissals of Ben Compton, Zak Crawley, and Daniel Bell-Drummond. Jack Leaning’s dismissal left Kent reeling at 76 for four at lunch.

After the break, Harry Finch fell cheaply to Will Williams, but Evison and Joe Denly steadied the ship with a 46-run partnership. Denly’s dismissal to Lyon brought Stewart to the crease, and the pair took the attack to the spinners.

Stewart’s six off Hartley brought up the 50-run stand, but his innings ended abruptly when he nicked a delivery to Luke Wells. Balderson finished with three for 62, while Lyon took two for 42. Williams, with two for 28, is one wicket away from his 200th in first-class cricket.

Despite Evison’s heroics, Lancashire holds the upper hand heading into day two.

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Lancashire Trail Essex by 221 Runs After Westley’s 81

By Nilay April 20, 2024 0

Lancashire’s struggles continued as they found themselves trailing Essex by a commanding 221 runs at the close of play on day two of their Vitality County Championship clash at Chelmsford.

Essex captain Tom Westley led the charge for the hosts, scoring a fluent 81 to help his side post a formidable 377 in their first innings. Westley’s innings, which included 10 fours, marked a return to form for the batsman after a slow start to the season.

Lancashire’s bowlers toiled hard but were unable to make significant inroads into the Essex batting lineup. Nightwatchman Sam Cook played a crucial role, scoring 49 and frustrating the visitors for over two hours. Dean Elgar also contributed with a solid 79, while Jordan Cox and Michael Pepper made valuable contributions.

Lancashire’s reply got off to a shaky start as captain Keaton Jennings was dismissed for a duck, leaving the visitors reeling at 10-1. Nightwatchman Will Williams survived a dropped catch but will resume on day three with the daunting task of rebuilding the innings.

Essex’s bowlers, led by Jamie Porter, were disciplined and accurate, making it difficult for Lancashire’s batsmen to score freely. The visitors will need a monumental effort on day three to avoid an innings defeat.

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Shane Snater’s Resurgence Powers Essex to Dominate Lancashire

By Nilay April 20, 2024 0

Essex’s Shane Snater rediscovered his bowling prowess, leading a devastating attack that decimated Lancashire’s batting lineup on a rain-affected day at Chelmsford. Snater, who struggled last season, claimed four wickets for 42 runs, including the top three batsmen. Sam Cook provided excellent support with three wickets for 18 runs.

Lancashire, asked to bat on a green wicket, collapsed to 146 all out. Keaton Jennings was caught in the gully, while Luke Wells was trapped lbw. Josh Bohannon and George Balderson also fell to Snater’s bowling. Cook dismissed Matty Hurst and Tom Bruce, while Noah Thain claimed a wicket on debut.

Despite the early setbacks, Jack Blatherwick and Will Williams provided some resistance with a 50-run partnership. However, Blatherwick was caught on the long-leg boundary, and Nathan Lyon was dismissed by Cook. Williams remained unbeaten on 32.

In response, Essex openers Feroze Khushi and Nick Browne put on 68 runs for the first wicket before Khushi was caught in the slips for 53. Browne remained unbeaten on 15.

The match was interrupted by rain on several occasions, reducing the day’s play to just 45 minutes before lunch and two truncated sessions in the afternoon.

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Rocky Flintoff Scores Half-Century, Emulating Father’s Batting Style

By Nilay April 19, 2024 0

Rocky Flintoff, the 16-year-old son of legendary England cricketer Andrew Flintoff, has made a promising start to his cricketing career by scoring a half-century in a Second XI Championship match for Lancashire.

Batting at number three, Rocky scored 50 runs off 78 balls, including two fours and three sixes. His innings was reminiscent of his father’s aggressive batting style, particularly his short arm pull and hook shots.

Rocky’s performance drew comparisons to Andrew’s iconic pull shot against Brett Lee during the 2005 Ashes series, which England won. The younger Flintoff’s sixes, including a classy pull shot, evoked memories of his father’s dominance as a batting all-rounder.

Rocky’s elder brother, Corey, also played in the match and bowled four overs for Lancashire, conceding 19 runs. The match ended in a draw on Thursday due to rain.

Andrew Flintoff, who represented England from 1998 to 2009, was a formidable all-rounder. In 79 Tests, he scored 3,845 runs at an average of 31.77, with five centuries and 36 fifties. He also took 226 wickets. In 141 ODIs, Flintoff scored 3,394 runs at an average of 32.01, with three centuries and 18 fifties. He also took 169 wickets in the format. In seven T20Is, he scored 76 runs and took five wickets.

Rocky’s half-century is a testament to his potential as a cricketer. With his father’s legacy and his own talent, he has the potential to follow in his footsteps and become a successful international cricketer.

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Lancashire CEO Calls for Title Sponsor and Broadcast Deal for Women’s Cricket

By Nilay April 18, 2024 0

Daniel Gidney, Lancashire’s chief executive, has urged the ECB to secure a title sponsor and a dedicated broadcast deal for the Charlotte Edwards Cup. This call comes after Lancashire’s significant investment in women’s cricket earned them Tier 1 status in the revamped domestic structure from 2025.

Lancashire has been a major supporter of Thunder in England’s regional competitions since 2020, with backing from Hilton and Sportsbreaks.com. They now boast a full-time squad of 15 professionals and have embarked on their third consecutive pre-season tour.

Gidney expressed his delight at Lancashire’s Tier 1 status, emphasizing the need for proper investment in women’s cricket. He believes the ECB must find a title sponsor for the Charlotte Edwards Cup and invest in marketing games outside of the Hundred.

The ECB has pledged to invest around £19 million in women’s domestic cricket by 2027. However, Gidney argues that the Charlotte Edwards Cup needs to be backed by England players and taken seriously. He points out that their quarter-final at Blackpool last year attracted more spectators than Finals Day at New Road.

While the men’s county competitions have headline sponsors, the women’s regional equivalents do not. Gidney insists that the Charlotte Edwards Cup requires a title sponsor that pays substantial money and that it should be broadcast.

Gidney believes the move towards a county model reflects the rapid commercialization of women’s sport. He cites the success of the Lionesses, Red Roses, and Arsenal’s women’s team as evidence of this growth.

The tender process for Tier 1 teams has highlighted the counties that are genuinely committed to investing in women’s cricket. Gidney emphasizes that authenticity is crucial and that counties must demonstrate their commitment through actions and investments.

Thunder, who have appointed Chris Read as their coach, will play seven fixtures at Old Trafford this year, the most of any regional team at a men’s Test venue. Lancashire is also building a new facility at Farington, which will serve as a training base and host matches.

Gidney stresses that Emirates Old Trafford remains the home of Lancashire Cricket for both men and women. Old Trafford will also host women’s international cricket again from 2025, and Gidney hopes to secure Women’s T20 World Cup matches there in 2026.

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Hampshire and Lancashire Draw in Vitality County Championship Thriller

By Nilay April 15, 2024 0

Hampshire and Lancashire played out a thrilling draw in their Vitality County Championship fixture at the Utilita Bowl, with Nick Gubbins’ resolute batting ensuring the hosts avoided defeat.

Hampshire, resuming on 179 for 4, needed to bat out the final day to secure a draw. Gubbins, who had scored a half-century in the first innings, played a pivotal role, adding an unbeaten 69 in a four-and-a-half-hour vigil. His innings, coupled with James Vince’s 56 and Tom Prest’s 45*, nullified any threat of a Hampshire collapse.

Lancashire, who had declared on 484 thanks to centuries from Keaton Jennings and George Bell, were unable to force a result despite picking up one extra point to Hampshire’s 12. The draw extended the Red Roses’ unbeaten record in first-class away matches at Hampshire to 35 years.

The morning session was washed out due to rain, leaving Lancashire with 24 overs to take the remaining eight wickets. However, Gubbins and Vince occupied the crease for the next two hours, frustrating the visitors’ bowlers.

Nathan Lyon, who had claimed three first-inning wickets, tried various tactics to spark a flurry of wickets, but Gubbins and Vince remained steadfast in their partnership. Lyon eventually dismissed Vince lbw, but Gubbins continued to anchor the Hampshire innings.

Prest, who had also scored a half-century in the first innings, joined Gubbins at the crease and continued the resistance. He hit two sixes over the ropes to end up unbeaten on 45.

The inevitable handshakes came at 16:50 BST, after a short rain delay, to signal the draw.

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Durham Dominate Lancashire with Lees Century and All-Round Brilliance

Hameed’s Century Keeps Nottinghamshire in Contention Against Lancashire

Lancashire’s Day One Hopes Dashed by Pennington’s Bowling Masterclass

Gilchrist’s Six-Wicket Haul Leaves Lancashire in Tatters

Evison’s Fifty Rescues Kent from Lancashire Dominance

Lancashire Trail Essex by 221 Runs After Westley’s 81

Shane Snater’s Resurgence Powers Essex to Dominate Lancashire

Rocky Flintoff Scores Half-Century, Emulating Father’s Batting Style

Lancashire CEO Calls for Title Sponsor and Broadcast Deal for Women’s Cricket

Hampshire and Lancashire Draw in Vitality County Championship Thriller

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