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Luke Procter fires up Lancs in drama at Durham

Thu, 31 May 2012 09:55:34 -0000

Five-wicket star Luke Procter believes Lancashire are already on the verge of a winning position against fellow County Championship strugglers Durham at the Riverside after a hectic opening day.

David Lloyd: Job well done, now you can rest Jimmy Anderson

Wed, 30 May 2012 08:04:01 -0000

Andy Flower, Andrew Strauss and the England selectors should tell Jimmy Anderson to take his missus and kids on holiday for the next few weeks and sit out the final Test.

Dutch end Lightning’s unbeaten CB40 start

Tue, 29 May 2012 11:27:22 -0000

Lancashire’s unbeaten start to their Clydesdale Bank 40 campaign came to an end during an incredible finish against the Netherlands in Schiedam yesterday, in which they were undone by the manager of a Burger King joint.

Red Rose face Durham crunch

Tue, 29 May 2012 10:54:03 -0000

Peter Moores is as surprised to see Durham at the bottom of the table as he is to see his own Lancashire side struggling at the wrong end of Division One in the LV= County Championship, writes Chris Ostick.

Jimmy Anderson set for rest in third Test

Tue, 29 May 2012 10:29:23 -0000

Jimmy Anderson may be rested from the third and final Test after England clinched the series against the West Indies at Trent Bridge.

Life is rosy for Ajmal Shahzad

Mon, 28 May 2012 10:20:59 -0000

The smile across Ajmal Shahzad’s face says it all – he is loving life at Lancashire. Having become the first player since David Byas in 2002 to move between the Roses rivals, the pressure was always going to be on the 26-year-old as he swapped white for red.

England on the brink of wrapping up series

Mon, 28 May 2012 09:40:31 -0000

Tim Bresnan has no doubts that England will wrap up victory in the second Investec Test against the West Indies after he grabbed three crucial wickets on the third evening.

Chris Ashton back in try-scoring groove

Mon, 28 May 2012 09:26:18 -0000

Chris Ashton rediscovered his scoring touch with a Twickenham hat-trick as England warmed up for their tour of South Africa with a 57-26 victory over the Barbarians.

Red Rose decide against extra overseas Life-saver

Thu, 24 May 2012 09:20:06 -0000

Lancashire won’t be signing a second overseas player for their Friends Life t20 campaign.

Lancashire finally starting to play like champions again

Thu, 24 May 2012 09:14:51 -0000

It may be late, but Lancashire’s County Championship campaign is finally under way. After a troubling start to the defence of their title, the Red Rose are starting to play like champions again.

No need to panic, says Lancashire ace Paul Horton

Wed, 23 May 2012 09:01:53 -0000

Paul Horton has urged Lancashire fans not to panic despite the club sitting second from bottom of the table.

David lloyd: We all owe such a debt to cricket’s unsung heroes

Wed, 23 May 2012 08:52:33 -0000

England stars Stuart Broad, Andrew Strauss, Alastair Cook and our own Jimmy Anderson showed again what a top team we have as they beat the West Indies in the first Test of the summer at Lord’s.

We’re made of the fight stuff, says Lancs coach Peter Moores

Tue, 22 May 2012 15:57:39 -0000

Peter Moores believes Lancashire are starting to show the character and fight which helped them to the LV= County Championship last season.

England dig in for victory

Tue, 22 May 2012 09:59:53 -0000

England captain Andrew Strauss believes his world-beating team’s famed resilience with both bat and ball allowed them to prevail in a tough first Test of the summer against West Indies.

Cricket: Lightning sights firmly set on Lord’s finale

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:11:29 -0000

Lancashire's bid to successfully defend their LV= County Championship trophy may now look a long shot, but a Lord’s final wouldn’t be a bad substitute.

Cricket: England can recover from skipper setback

Mon, 21 May 2012 10:05:33 -0000

England remain confident of going 1-0 up on the West Indies today, despite losing their captain on the way to 10 for two in a dramatic conclusion to day four of the first Investec Test.

Paul Horton ton saves Lancashire

Sat, 19 May 2012 19:15:36 -0000

Paul Horton's first County Championship century in a little over two years helped Lancashire to avoid defeat against Warwickshire at Edgbaston.

England on top but Chanderpaul fighting for West Indies

Sat, 19 May 2012 19:07:10 -0000

England should win the first Investec Test even if they fail to shift Shivnarine Chanderpaul - but it will surely hasten their progress if they can dislodge West Indies' immovable object.

Paul Horton leading Lancashire rescue mission

Fri, 18 May 2012 21:54:49 -0000

Paul Horton is confident Lancashire can pull a draw out of the fire on the final day of their County Championship match against Warwickshire at Edgbaston.

Lancashire, forced to follow-on in reply to Warwickshire's 557-6 declared after being bowled out for 197, ended Friday's third day on 122-3, still trailing by 238 runs.

Andrew Strauss ends century drought as England take control of Test

Fri, 18 May 2012 21:47:30 -0000

Andrew Strauss' rush of relief was plain for all to see after the England captain scored his first Test century in 18 months on the second day of the first Test against the West Indies at Lord's.

Strauss' 20th Test hundred, and his fifth on his home ground, is only his second in his last 51 attempts.

Six-shooter Stuart Broad joins greats

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:26:25 -0000

Stuart Broad put himself in elite company as one of just seven men in the history of Test cricket with a five-wicket haul and a century at Lord’s on their CV.

Luckless Lancashire spinning towards defeat

Fri, 18 May 2012 10:22:47 -0000

Lancashire are heading towards a fourth County Championship defeat in six matches after another batting collapse against Warwickshire during yesterday’s second day at Edgbaston.

Junaid Khan won’t be returning to Lancashire

Fri, 18 May 2012 09:50:21 -0000

Junaid Khan won’t be returning to Lancashire this season.

Lancashire woes continue against Warwickshire

Thu, 17 May 2012 18:03:13 -0000

Rikki Clarke again showed his liking for Lancashire's bowling with a second century of the season as the defending champions wilted under pressure from Warwickshire on the second day of the LV= County Championship match at Edgbaston.

England gain control over West Indies

Thu, 17 May 2012 17:49:47 -0000

Stuart Broad and Lancashire's Jimmy Anderson had to earn their successes on an attritional first day of the Investec Test series against West Indies at Lord's.

Glen Chapple injury scare as Lancashire fight back

Thu, 17 May 2012 08:42:09 -0000

Glen Chapple handed Lancashire an injury scare last night when he left the field with a stiff left side during the opening day of their County Championship match against Warwickshire at Edgbaston.

Glen Chapple backing his champs

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:43:48 -0000

Glen Chapple insists Lancashire are still a match for anyone, despite their slow start to the season, writes Chris Ostick.

Jimmy Anderson will beat my record says legend Sir Ian Botham

Wed, 16 May 2012 08:32:20 -0000

Forget the rankings, Jimmy Anderson is now the best bowler in the world – according to England legend Sir Ian Botham.

Jimmy Anderson wins England Cricketer of the Year award

Tue, 15 May 2012 08:20:27 -0000

Jimmy Anderson has been handed a major boost ahead of this week’s first Test by being named England Cricketer of the Year.

Jonny Bairstow set to follow in his father’s footsteps

Mon, 14 May 2012 10:10:50 -0000

Jonny Bairstow is helping to make life more difficult for England’s Test selectors - but that is the way they like it.

Ajmal Shahzad has instant impact for Lancashire

Sun, 13 May 2012 12:58:27 -0000

Ajmal Shahzad became the first Lancashire player to take a wicket with his first ball in the County Championship since 1914 as their match against Sussex finished in an inevitable draw on Saturday.

Mike Gatting praises the Red Rose blueprint

Fri, 11 May 2012 08:15:17 -0000

Lancashire may have made a sorry start to the defence of their LV= County Championship title but they have already set the perfect blueprint for long-term success, according to Mike Gatting.

Junaid Khan is unlikely to play for Lancashire

Thu, 10 May 2012 09:44:56 -0000

Junaid Khan is now unlikely to play for Lancashire this season after he was called up to Pakistan’s Test squad to face Sri Lanka next month.

Ajmal Shahzad aiming to help the Red Rose bloom again

Thu, 10 May 2012 08:28:34 -0000

New signing Ajmal Shahzad is desperate to help Lancashire ‘get back to winning ways’.

David Lloyd: Perfect chance to write new chapter

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:17:01 -0000

When you look at the pros and cons of Lancashire signing Ajmal Shahzad, you’d have to think Lancashire are getting a damn fine cricketer, potentially for 10 years.

Ex-England skipper Michael Vaughan tips loan star Ajmal Shahzad to prosper at Old Trafford

Wed, 09 May 2012 08:10:35 -0000

Former England captain Michael Vaughan is backing Ajmal Shahzad to do well at his new Old Trafford home, thanks to Lancashire coach Peter Moores.

Ajmal Shahzad coup for Red Rose

Wed, 09 May 2012 07:57:02 -0000

Coach Peter Moores spoke of his delight last night after Lancashire pulled off a major coup by signing Ajmal Shahzad on loan from Roses rivals Yorkshire for the rest of the season.

Ajmal Shahzad joins Lancashire

Tue, 08 May 2012 13:55:02 -0000

Ajmal Shahzad has signed for Lancashire on loan for the rest of the season.

Simon Kerrigan tells the M.E.N. that the ailing champions can still retain crown

Tue, 08 May 2012 09:06:31 -0000

Lancashire are only four games into the defence of their LV= County Championship title, but are already 51 points adrift of leaders Warwickshire.

Foxes’ run-hunt fails as Lightning bolt the door

Mon, 07 May 2012 07:50:06 -0000

Lancashire put their County Championship woes behind them to make the ideal start to 40-over cricket with a thrilling five-run win over Leicestershire at Old Trafford yesterday.

Lancashire defeat Leicestershire in CB40

Sun, 06 May 2012 19:11:27 -0000

Lancashire secured a narrow opening day Clydesdale Bank 40 victory over Leicestershire at Old Trafford.

Lancashire slump to third defeat of season

Sat, 05 May 2012 13:39:29 -0000

Skipper Glen Chapple insists there is no point in panicking after Lancashire lost their third LV= County Championship match in four games at Old Trafford today.

Lancashire sliding towards defeat despite Jimmy Anderson wickets

Fri, 04 May 2012 18:40:19 -0000

A five-wicket haul from England ace Jimmy Anderson could not prevent Lancashire sliding towards a third defeat in four LV= Championship games at a chilly Old Trafford.

Lancashire are in real danger of having three defeats in four games

Thu, 03 May 2012 19:30:51 -0000

Injury-hit Lancashire are in real danger of starting the defence of their LV= County Championship with three defeats in four games.

Glen Chapple helps put Lancs in pole position

Thu, 03 May 2012 08:18:40 -0000

One England player taken to hospital, two more disagreeing with the umpires and another saving his team with a battling half-century – not your usual day of county cricket.

Lancashire's Jimmy Anderson in injury scare

Wed, 02 May 2012 12:55:23 -0000

Lancashire's Jimmy Anderson has suffered an injury scare ahead of the first Test against the West Indies.

Jimmy Anderson’s warning to his pal Graeme Swann

Wed, 02 May 2012 08:52:48 -0000

Jimmy Anderson has sent out a warning to England pal Graeme Swann – Kegs is coming to get you! Anderson is making a rare appearance for Lancashire in their LV= County Championship clash with Nottinghamshire at Old Trafford, which starts today.

Lancashire sign Yasir Arafat

Wed, 02 May 2012 06:00:53 -0000

Lancashire have signed all-rounder Yasir Arafat for their Friends Life t20 campaign, but may have to do without Junaid Khan in their bid to reach the mega-bucks Champions League.

Lancashire coach Peter Moores draws comfort

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 10:28:41 -0000

Peter Moores says Lancashire are getting back on track following an encouraging performance in their rain-ruined LV= County Championship match against Somerset at Taunton.

Weather the winner as Lancashire and Somerset frustrated

Sat, 28 Apr 2012 17:09:58 -0000

Weather was the big winner again at Taunton on Saturday as Lancashire's LV= County Championship match against Somerset heads for a draw.

Jimmy Anderson keen to play for Lancashire until he is 40!

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 08:08:52 -0000

Jimmy Anderson wants to play until he is 40.

And the England bowling hero plans to play for Lancashire for several seasons after finally retires from international cricket.

David Lloyd: No need to panic Lanky fans

Thu, 26 Apr 2012 07:59:33 -0000

Some Lancashire fans are already mentioning the R word – relegation!

Simon Kerrigan knows he is in a spin battle with Gary Keedy

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 09:48:32 -0000

Simon Kerrigan is under no illusions that he has become Lancashire’s No.1 spinner.

Neil Fairbrother's fear for champions Lancashire

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 10:48:37 -0000

Neil Fairbrother fears Lancashire may be suffering from ‘second season syndrome’.

Double trouble for rock-bottom Lancashire

Mon, 23 Apr 2012 09:02:47 -0000

Played two, lost two and bottom of the table. Lancashire couldn’t have made a worse start to the defence of their County Championship title.

Lancashire lose to Warwickshire by five wickets

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 16:15:47 -0000

Lancashire have opened the defence of their LV= County Championship trophy with back-to-back defeats after losing to Warwickshire by five wickets at Aigburth today.

Lancashire facing second defeat

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 18:07:04 -0000

After last year’s title heroics, you write Lancashire off at your peril. But the champions need something special on the final day of their LV= County Championship clash with Warwickshire at Aigburth if they are to avoid starting the new season with back-to-back defeats.

Junaid Khan given Lancashire green light

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 15:20:14 -0000

Junaid Khan has been given permission by the Pakistan Cricket Board to play for Lancashire this season.

Evergreen Glen Chapple still one of the best

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 14:43:49 -0000

It would have been easy for Glen Chapple to walk off into the sunset at the end of last season having guided
Lancashire to the LV= County Championship.

Chris Ostick: Lancashire’s brave new era

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:23:03 -0000

Traditionally, cricket clubs have not been quick to move with the times.

Stephen Parry vies with Red Rose rivals Gary Keedy and Simon Kerrigan

Thu, 19 Apr 2012 09:21:40 -0000

While all the focus has been on whether Gary Keedy or Simon Kerrigan will start for Lancashire in the County Championship this season, coach Peter Moores insists the spin place is a three-way battle!

Champions Lancashire will rule again, says Ashwell Prince

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 05:00:59 -0000

Lancashire may be smarting from their humbling 10-wicket defeat by Sussex in their first match as defending champions, but Ashwell Prince insists confidence in the Red Rose dressing room is still sky high.

Gary Keedy's omission highlights Lancashire’s strength in depth

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 09:00:39 -0000

Having been a coach at both county and international level, I know just how tough it can be to pick a side at times.

Lancashire vote in restructure plan

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:48:54 -0000

Lancashire have entered a new era with members voting to abolish the committee in favour of a new board.

A shining knight: MEN Sport's Chris Ostick joins Sir Ian Botham on Beefy's latest charity walk

Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:24:06 -0000

As a cricket-mad eight-year-old, I remember watching in awe as Ian Botham destroyed Australia in one of the most amazing Ashes series ever. Little did I know that 26 years later he would be helping save my life. Chris Ostick reports.

Lancashire lose County Championship opener to Sussex

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 14:46:58 -0000

Lancashire's defence of their LV= County Championship title has begun in the worst possible way as they crashed to a 10-wicket defeat at the hands of Sussex at Aigburth.

Lancashire banking on an instant response

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:39:41 -0000

Lancashire are looking to recapture the spirit of 2011 in a bid to turn the tables on Sussex at Liverpool after yesterday’s damaging opening day, writes Graham Hardcastle.

Glen Chapple named one of Wisden's Five Cricketers of the Year

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 07:55:40 -0000

Glen Chapple doesn’t like being praised, so the last seven months must have been a nightmare for him.

How Lancashire can repeat last season’s Championship glory and secure back-to-back titles as they look to build a dynasty

Wed, 11 Apr 2012 09:44:19 -0000

Having ended a 77-year hoodoo last season, Lancashire embark on their 2012 campaign tomorrow bidding to do something the club haven’t managed since 1928 – win back-to-back County Championships!

Kyle Hogg’s getting his teeth into Lancashire title mission

Tue, 10 Apr 2012 15:55:40 -0000

Kyle Hogg has put off having his wisdom teeth out so he can get his gnashers stuck in to Lancashire’s title bid.

Carry on Andrew Strauss insists hero Jimmy Anderson

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 07:25:50 -0000

Jimmy Anderson has backed Andrew Strauss to carry on as England skipper.

Peter Moores: Lancashire raring to go

Sun, 08 Apr 2012 18:12:33 -0000

Peter Moores believes that Lancashire's players are raring to go in their defence of the County Championship.

Andrew Strauss salutes England show

Sat, 07 Apr 2012 19:57:18 -0000

Captain Andrew Strauss praised his England side for the way they set about securing a first Test win of the year and revealed the team's poor run of form never made him question his captaincy.

Champions? Not any more, says Lancashire's Gareth Cross

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:02:36 -0000

It may have taken 77 years to win – but Lancashire’s players don’t want to see the County Championship trophy again until September.

Win the chance to be in Lancashire CCC's team photo!

Fri, 23 Mar 2012 17:03:52 -0000

M.E.N. Sport have teamed up with Wainwright golden ale – Thwaites’ leading premium beer and proud sponsor of county champions Lancashire – to offer one lucky reader the chance to be part of the club’s team photoshoot next month.