Tag: Surrey

Where are they now? Leicestershire – County Champions 1996

14 July 2015 0 comments

By Neil Fissler Leicestershire were the rank outsiders to win the County Championship in 1996 with bookmakers offering them at […]

Where are they now? Yorkshire – Gillette Cup winners 1969

7 July 2015 0 comments

By Neil Fissler John Hampshire admits that he did not know it at the time but Yorkshire’s second Gillette Cup […]

Yes, England – you do win things with kids!

30 June 2015 0 comments

It was when Jason Roy landed a ball on top of my car for the third time in the over […]

LV= Breakthrough Player Award shortlist announced

30 June 2015 0 comments

Six of the county game’s brightest young talents have been shortlisted for this year’s LV= Breakthrough Player Award. Alex Davies […]

Where Are They Now? Derbyshire – NatWest Trophy finalists 1998

24 June 2015 0 comments

By Neil Fissler Matt Cassar recalls that Derbyshire were put at a major disadvantage after being asked to bat first […]

My Life in Cricket: Jon Lewis

23 June 2015 0 comments

I was a chippy character on the field and, though I took it too far sometimes, I learned to control […]

Dream Team – Rory Hamilton-Brown

2 June 2015 0 comments

Chris Nash – Sussex He was probably the most exciting opening batsman I ever played with. He’s incredibly consistent in […]

Where are they now? Leicestershire – Benson & Hedges Cup winners 1985

26 May 2015 0 comments

By Neil Fissler Leicestershire had a rich history in the Benson & Hedges Cup after beating Yorkshire to win the […]

Where are they now? Yorkshire – 2001 County Champions

19 May 2015 0 comments

By Neil Fissler David Byas had no regrets about announcing his retirement after becoming the first Yorkshire captain for 33 […]

Dream Team – Peter Handscomb

13 May 2015 0 comments

CHRIS ROGERS – Victoria He’s just a phenomenal player and his record speaks for itself. He took a while to get into […]

Where are they now? Northamptonshire – NatWest Trophy winners 1992

12 May 2015 0 comments

By Neil Fissler Northants might have only won the Gillette Cup in 1976 and Benson & Hedges Cup in 1980 […]

Where are they now? Glamorgan – 1993 AXA Equity & Law League winners

5 May 2015 0 comments

By Neil Fissler Tony Cottey wrote himself into Glamorgan history when he hooked Kent’s Duncan Spencer to fine leg to […]

England announce squad for Ireland ODI

28 April 2015 0 comments

ENGLAND have named their squad for the upcoming ODI against Ireland, with a lot of the big names being rested. […]

Room 101 – Matt Dunn

22 April 2015 0 comments

Taking off ankle brace: It’s basically a lace-up brace, similar to the footwear that boxers use. I use it to […]

On The Spot: Matt Dunn, Surrey Fast Bowler

2 October 2014 0 comments

On the Spot – Matt Dunn, Surrey Fast Bowler. Date of Birth: 05/05/1992 Marital Status: Girlfriend (Jessica). Previous Clubs: Egham.

Kevin Pietersen Comparison Is Welcomed By Jason Roy

24 September 2014 0 comments

HE might not be a clone but Jason Roy is as close to being a replica of Kevin Pietersen as it is possible to be.

Alan Lee’s Verdict On Taunton

28 August 2014 1 comment

Turning off the M5, and nosing through untimely roadworks on the approach to this now sprawling market town, a certain dread assailed me.

Laurie Evans Finds Form For The Big Finale

27 August 2014 0 comments

A ROLLERCOASTER season has come full circle for Laurie Evans and the Warwickshire batsman admits that at his lowest ebb he did entertain the idea of leaving the county this summer.

I’ve Still Got A Lot To Give Insists Jade Dernbach

21 August 2014 1 comment

SAY WHAT you like about Jade Dernbach but at least the man is consistent.

England Lions Roaring For World Cup Places!

14 August 2014 0 comments

Not that Alex Hales, James Vince, Jason Roy and their Lions colleagues need it spelled out, but England selector Mick Newell sees no point in trying to minimise the size of the prize up for grabs in the current tri-series against their Sri Lanka and New Zealand counterparts.

Tammy Beaumont Hoping For Kent Terrific Treble

7 August 2014 0 comments

KENT opener Tammy Beaumont has called on her side to complete a dream week by securing their third major trophy on Sunday, following their Royal London One-Day Cup and Women’s Championship double.

Yorkshire’s Lauren Winfield Has Sights Set On Test Cricket

20 May 2014 0 comments

YORKSHIRE captain and among England’s first generation of professional female cricketers – Lauren Winfield has a lot to be excited about.

Aaron Finch Can Blast Yorkshire To T20 Glory

20 May 2014 0 comments

The general consensus is that 2014 is a big year for t20 cricket in England and Wales. Despite inventing the format in 2003 we’ve had to look on enviously as more glamorous tournaments in India and Australia have stolen the limelight.

Peter Hayter: It’s Time To Loosen The Gag And Tell The Truth

15 May 2014 0 comments

Some years ago it was my task, on behalf of a group of reporters covering a county cricket match at the Oval, to approach one of the umpires after close of play to ask why he had felt it necessary to step in when one of the Surrey batsmen squared up to a couple of the Gloucestershire players that afternoon.

James Vince: I’m Ready If England Want Me