County Div-One 2022 | NOR vs LAN | Match Preview, CREX XI

Northamptonshire will go head-to-head against Lancashire in the 47th match of the County Division-One, scheduled to be played at County Cricket Ground, Northampton, United Kingdom. 

The journey so far

Lancashire won their last match by a huge margin of 203 runs against Kent and must be heading into this game with a lot of confidence. 

Speaking of Lancashire, the team's last two matches climaxed in a draw and they must be expecting a result in this match. With three wins, one setback, and four draws, they occupy the third position on the points ladder. 

Washington Sundar, the new addition to Red Rose Club will be available for selection in tomorrow's fixture while the likes of Jos Buttler, Liam Livingstone and Phil Salt will miss the clash due to their national commitments against South Africa.

Key Players: 

Keaton Jennings has batted well in the competition so far, scoring 771 runs in 8 innings at an average of 96.38. He has a triple ton, double ton and a century to his name this season. 

Luke Procter is on the leading batting chart for Northamptonshire with 690 runs in 11 innings at an average of 115. 

Match Details:

Venue: County Ground, Northampton, United Kingdom

Date & Time: July 19 to July 22 at 3:30 PM IST

Live Streaming: YouTube Channels of the Respective Counties 

Pitch Report:

The pitch at Northampton is a bit balanced but there will be a slight advantage to batters. The seamers will find more help with a new ball and as the game progresses we can see spinners chipping in. 

CREX XI Suggestion:

Wicket-Keeper: Ryan Rickelton

Batters: Emilio Gay, Keaton Jennings, Luke Wells, Joshua Cobb

All-Rounders: Rob Keogh, Luke Wood 

Bowlers: Tom Bailey, Jack Morley, Simon Kerrigan, Will Williams

Captain: Tom Bailey

Vice-Captain: Keaton Jennings

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