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Zafar Gohar Joins Middlesex on Two-Year Contract

Zafar Gohar Joins Middlesex on Two-Year Contract

By November 5, 2024 0

Zafar Gohar, the former Pakistan spinner, has joined Middlesex on a two-year contract after qualifying as a local player. Gohar spent four seasons with Gloucestershire as an overseas signing, but has now received British citizenship. He last played for Pakistan in 2021, when he won his sole Test cap in Christchurch. He was also capped in an ODI against England in 2015.

Gohar’s move to Middlesex is a significant boost for the club, as he brings a wealth of experience and quality to their bowling attack. He has claimed 118 wickets at 31.71 in first-class cricket for Gloucestershire, as well as 17 List A and nine T20 wickets, while also contributing handy runs down the order.

Middlesex’s managing director of cricket, Alan Coleman, said: “Zafar is a player that we have admired for some time now and have been keeping a watchful eye on. We are delighted to have secured his services as a local cricketer for the next two seasons.”

“In Championship cricket we have identified the need to increase our wicket-taking threat in all conditions and adding an international quality spinner to our line-up will strengthen us and add a greater threat on all types of surfaces.”

“Adding a senior bowler to our white-ball teams will also help the side in those situations where we’ve lacked some experience in the shorter formats in recent years.”

“The addition of someone like Zafar to our squad adds not only quality, but also invaluable experience, and our young spinners will benefit enormously from having him in the playing group. We are excited to see what Zafar can do for Middlesex and are delighted to have him on board.”

Gohar said: “I’m thrilled to be joining Middlesex and making Lord’s my home ground for the next two years. It’s a club steeped in history and to be a part of this next chapter is hugely exciting.”

“The opportunity to contribute to both the red-ball and white-ball teams formed a big part of my decision to make Middlesex my home, and I can’t wait to play my part in what I hope will be a successful 2025 for the club.”

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Sussex on Verge of Division Two Title After Robson Century

Sussex on Verge of Division Two Title After Robson Century

By September 28, 2024 0

Sussex’s pursuit of the Division Two title took a significant step forward as they trailed Middlesex by 159 runs at the end of day three at Hove. Despite losing the first seven sessions to inclement weather, the match finally got underway at 12.40pm on day three.

Sam Robson’s superb century (113 off 103 balls) spearheaded Middlesex’s innings, which saw them post 271 all out from just 44.3 overs. The former England Test opener’s chanceless knock included 15 fours and helped Middlesex make up for lost time.

Ryan Higgins’ quickfire 40 (28 balls) provided support, but it was the spin duo of Jack Carson (3-46) and James Coles (4-61) who proved to be Sussex’s most potent weapons. Carson’s three wickets took him to 50 championship wickets for the season, the first time a Sussex spinner has reached that landmark since Monty Panesar in 2012.

In reply, Sussex openers Tom Haines (53*) and Oli Carter (15) provided a solid start, putting on 68 for the first wicket. However, Carter’s dismissal, caught and bowled by Tom Helm, and Tom Clark’s subsequent departure for 14 left Sussex on 80-2.

Tom Alsop (11*) joined Haines at the crease and the pair saw out the remaining overs, leaving Sussex with the prospect of clinching the Division Two title on the final day of the season.

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Sussex Tighten Grip, Yorkshire Edge Closer to Promotion in County Championship Washout

Sussex Tighten Grip, Yorkshire Edge Closer to Promotion in County Championship Washout

By September 26, 2024 0

Sussex’s dominance in Division Two of the County Championship continued as the final round of fixtures commenced with a complete washout on the opening day. Despite the lack of play, the standings remained largely unchanged, with Sussex maintaining their commanding lead and Yorkshire edging closer to promotion.

With promotion already secured and a substantial 20-point advantage, Sussex only need to avoid defeat against Middlesex to return to the top flight as champions. However, the washout at Hove proved detrimental to Middlesex’s hopes, leaving them with just three days to force a victory and overcome their 15-point deficit.

Yorkshire’s promotion push also suffered a setback as their home fixture against Northamptonshire was abandoned due to persistent rain. Despite the disappointment, Yorkshire remain in a strong position, needing just 10 points to guarantee their return to the top flight. Their recent form has been impressive, with five wins in their last six games.

Jonny Bairstow, who has been instrumental in Yorkshire’s promotion push, expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance. “It’s been a pretty disappointing summer for obvious reasons, but I’ve been happy with my form,” he said. “I’ll do what I can with this group, and the first thing is to get promotion.”

In the event of a tie between Yorkshire and Middlesex, the tiebreakers of most wins, fewest losses, and head-to-head record would come into play. Both teams are currently level on most wins and fewest losses, but Middlesex holds the advantage on head-to-head.

The washout also affected the other two Division Two fixtures, with no play possible in Leicestershire versus Derbyshire and Glamorgan versus Gloucestershire. Derbyshire, 19 points adrift, are almost certain to finish bottom of the table.

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Middlesex Crush Derbyshire to Keep Promotion Hopes Alive

Middlesex Crush Derbyshire to Keep Promotion Hopes Alive

By September 19, 2024 0

Middlesex’s relentless pursuit of promotion in Division Two of the Vitality County Championship received a significant boost as they secured a resounding innings and 66-run victory over Derbyshire at the Incora County Ground. The triumph marked Middlesex’s fifth win of the season, keeping their hopes of a top-flight return alive, albeit mathematically.

Derbyshire’s dismal performance, succumbing to defeat in just three days, highlighted their struggles throughout the campaign. Skipper Toby Roland-Jones continued his exceptional form, claiming another five-wicket haul to add to his impressive tally of 52 wickets this season.

Resuming on 74 for 3 overnight, Derbyshire’s batting lineup crumbled under the pressure of Roland-Jones’s relentless bowling. The 36-year-old seamer finished with figures of 5 for 38, taking his match tally to 10 for 72. Ethan Bamber and Luke Hollman chipped in with two wickets each, while Noah Cornwell claimed his maiden first-class wicket to complete Derbyshire’s demise.

The result leaves the promotion race hanging in the balance heading into the final round. However, Middlesex’s defeat to Gloucestershire last week has made their task extremely challenging. Yorkshire’s 15-point advantage going into this week’s games has stacked the odds heavily against the London-based side.

For Derbyshire, the loss confirmed their almost certain relegation to the bottom of Division Two for the first time since 2016. It will be the 16th time in their Championship history that they have finished at the foot of the table.

On a lively pitch that favored both pace and spin, Derbyshire lost their last eight wickets for a mere 45 runs. Wayne Madsen’s modest 32 was the highest score for the visitors, while Mitch Wagstaff contributed 27.

Middlesex’s breakthrough came in the final over of day two when Wagstaff was dismissed. The floodgates opened in the first 45 minutes of the final day as Derbyshire collapsed. Madsen, Lloyd, Donald, and Chappell all fell in quick succession, handing Roland-Jones his second five-for of the match.

Harry Moore and Jack Morley also departed cheaply, leaving Alex Thomson to be bowled by Cornwell. The victory extended Roland-Jones’s wicket tally to 51 for the season, a testament to his enduring quality and the reason behind Middlesex’s contract extension offer.

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Middlesex Dominate Derbyshire on Day One of County Championship Clash

Middlesex Dominate Derbyshire on Day One of County Championship Clash

By September 17, 2024 0

Middlesex, in their quest to close the gap on second-placed Yorkshire, dominated the first day of their Vitality County Championship clash against Derbyshire. The visitors, led by Mark Stoneman’s unbeaten 79, reached 125 for one in reply to Derbyshire’s 173 all out.

Toby Roland-Jones was the star performer for Middlesex, claiming five wickets for 34 runs. His accuracy and late movement on a two-paced pitch proved too much for the Derbyshire batsmen, who collapsed from 130 for two to 173 all out.

Harry Came’s dismissal for 66 triggered the collapse, with Roland-Jones removing Brooke Guest, Wayne Madsen, David Lloyd, and Alex Hughes for ducks. The carnage continued as Jack Morley and Harry Moore added 35 for the ninth wicket before Roland-Jones wrapped up the innings.

In response, Middlesex openers Stoneman and Max Holden put on a 125-run partnership, with Stoneman reaching his first fifty in 11 innings off just 41 balls. Holden, playing a more cautious role, contributed 44 not out as Middlesex ended the day trailing by just 48 runs.

The result leaves Middlesex well-placed to close the gap on Yorkshire, who are currently 15 points ahead in the promotion race. Derbyshire, on the other hand, face an uphill battle to avoid a first wooden spoon since 2016.

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Gloucestershire Bowlers Spark Middlesex Collapse, Set Up Run Chase

Gloucestershire Bowlers Spark Middlesex Collapse, Set Up Run Chase

By September 12, 2024 0

Gloucestershire’s bowlers, led by debutant Archie Bailey, orchestrated a dramatic collapse of Middlesex on day three at Lord’s, leaving the visitors needing 234 runs to secure victory.

Bailey’s 4 for 30 spearheaded the rout, as Middlesex crumbled from a promising 122 for 2 to a dismal 165 all out. Zafar Gohar chipped in with 2 for 22, while wicketkeeper James Bracey claimed an impressive 11 catches and a run out.

Earlier, Gohar had anchored Gloucestershire’s innings with a stylish 86, helping them rally from 154 for 5 overnight to a respectable 309 for 9 declared. Skipper Toby Roland-Jones led the Middlesex bowling attack with 5 for 79, his fifth five-wicket haul in the last nine innings.

Gloucestershire began the day needing 74 to avoid the follow-on and lost Tom Price early to Roland-Jones. However, Zafar and Ollie Price (76) steadied the ship, reducing the deficit. Zafar played with aplomb, mixing defense with aggression, and reached his half-century in 108 balls.

After lunch, Roland-Jones returned to remove Zaman Akhter and complete his five-fer. Gohar fell shortly after, but Gloucestershire declared with a 68-run deficit.

Robson avoided a king pair but survived a contentious caught-behind appeal on 22. Bailey then made an immediate impact, dismissing Mark Stoneman in his first over.

A cloudburst before tea signaled a stormy evening for Middlesex. Robson reached his half-century but was caught behind off Akhter. Max Holden’s quickfire 39 ended with a catch in the deep, triggering a collapse.

Higgins, Davies, De Caires, Hollman, and Roland-Jones all fell in quick succession, with Bracey involved in several dismissals. Bailey claimed the prized wicket of Leus Du Ploy, while Gohar bowled Brookes for a duck to complete the rout.

Gloucestershire will resume day four as favorites to chase down the target and secure a memorable victory.

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Price and Weather Frustrate Middlesex's Promotion Push

Price and Weather Frustrate Middlesex’s Promotion Push

By September 10, 2024 0

Gloucestershire’s Ollie Price and the inclement weather proved to be formidable obstacles for Middlesex’s promotion aspirations on the second day of their Vitality County Championship Division Two encounter at Lord’s.

Price, a right-handed batsman, displayed remarkable resilience to compile an unbeaten 56, his fifth half-century in first-class cricket this season. His gritty innings helped Gloucestershire reach 154 for 5, still trailing Middlesex’s first-innings total of 377 by 223 runs. However, only 41.4 overs were possible due to poor light and rain.

Price’s innings was characterized by his ability to find runs through unconventional means, with many of his seven boundaries coming off the inside edge. His determination was particularly evident after Middlesex captain Toby Roland-Jones’ devastating spell of 3 for 12 in 16 balls either side of lunch. Price’s efforts helped Gloucestershire recover from a precarious 74 for 4 to a more stable position, although they still require 74 runs to avoid following on.

Roland-Jones finished with figures of 3 for 56, while Ryan Higgins claimed 2 for 47. The match was interrupted twice due to bad light, with the second stoppage at 3:15pm forcing the players off for the day.

The start of play was delayed by 40 minutes due to poor light and drizzle. Under overcast skies and with the floodlights illuminated, batting proved challenging from the outset. Roland-Jones’ first delivery to Cameron Bancroft was edged between third slip and gully for three, setting the tone for the day.

Roland-Jones and Higgins consistently tested the batsmen’s technique, with Ben Charlesworth edging the former just short of wicket-keeper Jack Davies. Charlesworth’s luck ran out soon after, as he nicked a superb delivery from Higgins to Sam Robson at first slip.

Bancroft, who had been fortunate to survive several close calls, was eventually dismissed by Roland-Jones, who produced a delivery that jagged back between bat and pad to dislodge the bails.

Bad light forced the players off for an early lunch, and upon their return, Roland-Jones struck again, hitting Miles Hammond on the body with his first ball. Hammond continued after receiving treatment and struck a magnificent four through cover, but he was soon caught at third slip by Tom Helm off another Roland-Jones delivery.

When Roland-Jones removed James Bracey caught behind two balls later, Gloucestershire were in dire straits at 74 for 4. However, Price’s resolute batting, coupled with some wayward bowling from Middlesex, helped Gloucestershire weather the storm.

Graeme Van Buren joined Price in a 50-run partnership, which was broken by Higgins, who trapped Van Buren on the crease. Price’s older brother, Tom, then joined him at the crease, surviving a blow to the head from a short ball from Helm to ensure Gloucestershire’s survival until the weather intervened.

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Davies' 91 Leads Middlesex to Strong Total Against Gloucestershire

Davies’ 91 Leads Middlesex to Strong Total Against Gloucestershire

By September 9, 2024 0

Middlesex posted a formidable 377 in their first innings against Gloucestershire at Lord’s, thanks to a solid batting performance led by Jack Davies’ career-best 91.

Davies, a left-handed opener, missed out on a maiden century but played a crucial role in Middlesex’s recovery after they lost early wickets. He shared a 120-run partnership with Josh De Caires, who contributed 64, to stabilize the innings.

Max Holden’s gritty 77 provided the initial foundation for Middlesex, but he became one of seven victims for Gloucestershire wicketkeeper James Bracey. Tom Price and Ajeet Singh Dale were the standout bowlers for Gloucestershire, claiming five and four wickets respectively.

Gloucestershire, who handed a debut to 19-year-old Archie Bailey, opted to bowl first and were rewarded when Singh Dale dismissed Sam Robson with the first ball of the match. Bailey also impressed, nearly claiming a wicket with his first delivery.

Mark Stoneman and Holden put on a 71-run partnership before Stoneman fell to Price. Holden reached his half-century after lunch, but Du Plooy was dismissed soon after. Price and Bracey combined to remove Ryan Higgins and Holden, leaving Middlesex in a precarious position.

However, Davies and De Caires steadied the ship with a 120-run stand. Davies played with confidence, hitting the first six of the match off spinner Zafar Gohar. De Caires also played well, reaching his second half-century of the season.

Singh Dale returned to take the new ball and dismissed Davies, who edged one to Bracey. De Caires followed shortly after, trapped in front by Singh Dale. Price wrapped up the innings by dismissing Luke Hollman and Henry Brookes.

Gloucestershire will now need to bat well to avoid falling behind in this crucial County Championship clash.

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Yorkshire and Middlesex Draw High-Scoring Clash, Promotion Race Heats Up

Yorkshire and Middlesex Draw High-Scoring Clash, Promotion Race Heats Up

By September 1, 2024 0

Yorkshire and Middlesex played out a high-scoring draw in their Vitality County Championship clash at Headingley, with both teams eyeing promotion to Division One in 2025.

Yorkshire declared their first innings on 601 for 6, with Harry Hill (169*) and Jonny Bairstow (160) leading the charge. Middlesex responded with 522, thanks to centuries from Ryan Higgins (155) and Sam Robson (108).

Dom Bess was the standout performer for Yorkshire, taking 7 for 179 in Middlesex’s first innings. The off-spinner bowled a marathon 70.4 overs, showcasing his endurance and skill.

Yorkshire’s second innings began shortly before lunch, with a lead of 79. They reached 150 for 2 from 35 overs before bad light stopped play. Adam Lyth (62) and James Wharton (50*) were at the crease, ensuring Yorkshire took 13 points from the draw. Middlesex earned 11 points.

Despite the high-scoring nature of the match, only two batters across both sides failed to reach double figures. The placid pitch made it difficult for bowlers to make inroads, with the scoring rate remaining below three runs per over.

Yorkshire and Middlesex remain in contention for promotion, with just one point separating them in the Division Two standings. They will battle it out with leaders Sussex for the two top-flight places available in 2025.

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Higgins Reaches 1,000 Runs as Middlesex Draw with Yorkshire

Higgins Reaches 1,000 Runs as Middlesex Draw with Yorkshire

By August 31, 2024 0

Middlesex’s Ryan Higgins became the second batter this season to reach 1,000 runs in the Vitality County Championship, leading his team to a near-certain draw against Yorkshire at Headingley. Higgins’ unbeaten 117 off 210 balls anchored Middlesex’s 441 for five, trailing Yorkshire’s first-innings 601 for six declared by 160 runs.

Higgins, who joined Glamorgan’s Colin Ingram in reaching the milestone, posted his fifth century of the Division Two campaign. He was joined by opener Sam Robson, who scored 108 off 219 balls, in posting a century.

Yorkshire’s Dom Bess claimed four for 168 in 64 overs of off-spin, but Higgins’ aggressive approach and Robson’s watchful innings kept Middlesex in the game. Robson, who scored his only Test century for England at Headingley 10 years ago, shared a 121-run partnership with Max Holden (51) before being dismissed lbw by Bess.

Higgins and Leus du Plooy added 57 for the fourth wicket, while Higgins and wicketkeeper-batter Jack Davies shared 128 for the fifth wicket. Davies contributed 61 before edging to slip off Bess, but Higgins remained unbeaten, reaching 1,000 Championship runs for the season and bringing up his century with a six over long-on.

Middlesex’s focus on avoiding defeat prevented them from accumulating significant batting bonus points, with Bess and Dan Moriarty bowling 116 overs between them. However, the draw would leave second-placed Middlesex one point clear of Yorkshire in third with three matches remaining in the promotion race.

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