By Ben Kosky
Just a few months ago, Josh de Caires remained unconvinced of his credentials as a first-team bowler – but he’s now become Middlesex’s go-to spin option in all formats.
Having originally broken into the side as a top-three batter who bowled occasional off-spin, de Caires – son of former England captain Michael Atherton – has moved down the order and impressed with the ball in both the Vitality Blast and County Championship this summer.
In the four-day game, the 21-year-old has overtaken Luke Hollman as first-choice spinner following a career-best 7-144 against Hampshire – and he ...