England pacer Ollie Robinson set an unfortunate record in the English County Championship, conceding 46 runs in a single over against Leicestershire. The over included five sixes, three fours, and three no-balls, all of which were dispatched for maximums by Louis Kimber. This is the second-most runs conceded in a single over in First-Class cricket history.
Indian batsman Sai Sudharsan will rejoin Surrey County Cricket Club for the ongoing County Championship. He previously played for the club last season, contributing to their championship win. Sudharsan’s impressive IPL performance and recent international debut make him a valuable asset to the team.
Dan Lawrence of Surrey smashed five consecutive sixes off Shoaib Bashir in a County Championship match against Worcestershire, resulting in a disastrous over for the bowler where he conceded 38 runs. Lawrence’s onslaught came after he reached his century and almost joined an elite group of players who have hit six sixes in an over.
Former Indian batsman Karun Nair has been making waves in the County Championship, scoring an unbeaten 202 for Northamptonshire. Despite going unsold in the IPL auction, Nair has displayed his resilience and talent. In three matches, he has accumulated 303 runs at an average of 101, showcasing his impressive skills.
Durham has secured Peter Siddle’s services for their upcoming County Championship matches as fellow Australian seamer Scott Boland is sidelined due to plantar fasciitis. Boland’s injury has forced him to withdraw from his stint at Durham, prompting the club to seek Siddle as his replacement. Having previously played for Nottinghamshire, Lancashire, Essex, and Somerset, Siddle is an experienced county cricketer with a proven track record.
