County championship
David Lloyd To Lead In Red-ball, Samit Patel Named Derbyshire's White-ball Captain For 2024
Lloyd's transition to Derbyshire comes with a wealth of leadership experience, having previously captained Glamorgan in the 2022 and 2023 seasons. Known for his aggressive approach on the field, Lloyd's appointment signals a renewed focus on red-ball cricket for Derbyshire, to ignite passion and excitement among members and supporters alike.
On the other hand, Patel's arrival from Nottinghamshire brings a plethora of accolades and achievements, including multiple trophies in white-ball cricket. With an illustrious career spanning over two decades, Patel's leadership in the white-ball format promises to inject a winning mentality into the squad and set the stage for success in the Vitality Blast. He holds the record for most Vitality Blast appearances (232), has the second-most wickets in the competition (208) and is also in the top ten for most runs (4,217).
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- 06 Feb 2021 04:31