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Anderson’s Availability Uncertain For Durham Clash As Lancashire Weigh Workload Concerns
Lancashire County Cricket Club: Lancashire County Cricket Club head coach Steven Croft has said a late call will be taken on the availability of veteran pacer and captain James Anderson for their upcoming County Championship clash against Durham County Cricket Club, beginning on Friday.
Anderson, 43, who retired from international cricket in July 2024, has been instrumental in Lancashire’s strong start to the season, leading from the front with both ball and captaincy as the side sits atop Division Two with two wins and a draw from three matches. The experienced seamer is currently the leading wicket-taker in county cricket this season, claiming 21 wickets at an impressive average of 12.09.
However, with Anderson having bowled nearly 100 overs across three matches in just over two weeks, the team management is cautious about his workload ahead of a demanding schedule.
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Northamptonshire Extend Darren Lehmann’s Contract Till End Of 2029
Northamptonshire County Cricket Club: Northamptonshire County Cricket Club have secured the services of head coach Darren Lehmann for the long term, with the former Australia international signing a two-year contract extension that will keep him at the club until the end of the 2029 season.
‘I’ve Got Out Quite Lucky’: Stokes Reflects On Facial Injury, Eyes Return Ahead Of Test Summer
New Delhi: England’s Test captain Ben Stokes has described himself as fortunate to have avoided more serious consequences after sustaining a facial injury earlier this year, as he continues his recovery with an eye on the upcoming international season.
Yorkshire Sign Hasan Ali To Replace Naveen-ul-Haq In T20 Blast
T20 World Cup: Yorkshire have signed Pakistan international Hasan Ali as their overseas player for the upcoming T20 Blast. The experienced Pakistani fast bowler will replace Naveen-ul-Haq, who is out due to injury.
Weatherald, Neser Included, Maxwell, Renshaw Dropped As Australia Unveil Central Contracts
Boxing Day Ashes Test: Cricket Australia has unveiled a streamlined 21-player central contract list for the 2026–27 season, reflecting a clear emphasis on red-ball cricket ahead of an unusually demanding Test schedule. With 15 Tests lined up over the next year, selectors have prioritised players suited to the longer format, resulting in several high-profile exclusions.
Ben Stokes’ Return To Cricket Delayed Further After Cheekbone Injury Surgery
New Zealand Test: England captain Ben Stokes has confirmed that his return to competitive cricket has been delayed until May due to complications from a cheekbone injury. The 34-year-old all-rounder, who was hit by a ball during a training session with Durham’s academy players in early February, underwent surgery a week later to repair the fractured cheekbone.
Leg-spinner Rahul Chahar To Rejoin Surrey For Final Eight County Championship Games
County Championship Division One: India leg-spinner Rahul Chahar will return to Surrey for their final eight matches in the upcoming County Championship season, the club said on Thursday. Chahar, 26, made a stunning debut for Surrey last year, claiming 10 wickets in a victory over Hampshire, including second-innings figures of 8/51.
English Cricket Faces A Potential Shortfall Of Dukes Balls Amid Gulf Shipping Disruption
British Cricket Balls Ltd: The upcoming English cricket season may face an unusual challenge due to a shortage of Dukes balls, which could affect preparations for both domestic and international matches. Delays in Gulf shipping routes, caused by the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran, have slowed the transportation of cricket balls from South Asia to the UK, posing logistical hurdles for the organisers.
England's Smith Feels IPL Omission Could Prove To Be A Blessing In Disguise Ahead Of Home Summer
Indian Premier League: England wicketkeeper-batter Jamie Smith believes missing out on a place in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 could prove to be a blessing in disguise, adding that time at home would give him a valuable block of red-ball preparation ahead of the Test summer starting in June against New Zealand.
Windies Quick Jayden Seales Replaces Neser At Hampshire For County Championship
T20 World Cup: West Indian pace bowler Jayden Seales has signed for Hampshire for the opening block of the 2026 County Championship.
Yorkshire Sign Australian Quick Jhye Richardson For County Championship Stint
Yorkshire County Cricket Club: Yorkshire County Cricket Club have secured the services of Australian fast bowler Jhye Richardson as an overseas signing for the opening phase of the 2026 County Championship season.
'Cricket Balls Do Serious Damage': Stokes Vows To 'always Wear Helmet' After Facial Injury
T20 World Cup: England's Test captain Ben Stokes has vowed to always wear a helmet while playing or even doing batting practice after getting hit on the face badly by the ball at the start of the month.
Ex-England Spinner Norman Gifford Dies At 85
England Cricket Board: Former England and Worcestershire left-arm spinner Norman Gifford has died at the age of 85 after a long illness, the England Cricket Board confirmed on Wednesday.
Kent Bring In South Africa All-rounder Muthusamy For Majority Of 2026 County Season
English County Cricket Club: English County Cricket Club, Kent, have signed South Africa’s spin-bowling all-rounder Senuran Muthusamy for the majority of the 2026 county season, the club announced on Monday.
England Spinner Shoaib Bashir Joins Derbyshire On A Two-year Deal After Ashes Snub
England Spinner Shoaib Bashir: England off-spinner Shoaib Bashir has signed a two-year contract with Derbyshire for the 2026 season, seeking to revitalise his domestic career after limited opportunities at Somerset.
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