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India Today
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- India Today
Watch: England spinner's 17-year-old brother lights up T20 Blast with hat-trick
17-year-old Farhan Ahmed was on fire as he picked up a hat-trick in Nottinghamshire's T20 Blast match against Lancashire on Friday, July 18, at Trent Bridge in Nottingham. He dismissed Luke Wood, Tom Aspinwall, and Mitchell Stanley, finishing with impressive figures of 17 years and 147 days old, Farhan - the younger brother of England spinner Rehan Ahmed - became the second-youngest player to take a hat-trick in T20 in the match, Farhan also claimed the wickets of Lancashire captain Keaton Jennings and T20 veteran Chris Green. Thanks to his exceptional bowling, Nottinghamshire bowled Lancashire out for 126 runs in 20 overs. Here's the video of Farhan Ahmed's hat-trick in T20 BlastFARHAN AHMED HAS A VITALITY BLAST HAT-TRICK AT 17 YEARS OLD!!!!! Vitality Blast (@VitalityBlast) July 18, 2025Nottinghamshire went on to win by four wickets, although Tom Moores earned the Player of the Match award for his impressive 75-run innings. Despite their win and Farhan's outstanding performance, Nottinghamshire failed to qualify for the the ongoing T20 Blast, Farhan has taken eight wickets from six matches at an economy rate of Ahmed rising rapidly Last year, Farhan made headlines as Nottinghamshire's youngest first-class cricketer at just 16 years and 189 days old. On his debut, he took seven wickets for 140 runs against Surrey at Trent Bridge. He went on to become the youngest player in England's first-class cricket history to take 10 wickets in a match - also setting the record for the youngest player in County Championship history to achieve a 10-wicket 13 first-class matches and 21 innings so far, Farhan has taken 38 wickets, including two four-wicket hauls, one five-wicket haul, and one 10-wicket was also part of the England squad for the 2024 U19 World Cup, where he took five wickets in four games at an economy rate of 3.22.- Ends
BBC News
a day ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Bears, Durham, Kent & Hants claim T20 quarter-final spots
New Zealand Test captain Tom Latham hammered his first T20 Blast century as the Bears qualified for the quarter-finals alongside Durham, Hampshire and Kent on a tense final night of group shared an opening stand of 187 with Alex Davies as the Bears thrashed Derbyshire by 127 runs at Derby in the North Lancashire Lightning and Northamptonshire Steelbacks having already qualified, Durham knew a win over the latter would book them a last eight berth which they duly managed with a crushing nine-wicket victory and a maiden Blast century for Alex youngster Farhan Ahmed took the third hat-trick of this year's competition as the Outlaws gained a consolation win over Lancashire at Trent BridgeIn the South Group, Hampshire's defeat by Essex on Thursday left them watching nervously from the sidelines but their superior run-rate was enough to go through alongside Surrey, Somerset and Kent. Latham and Davies lead Bears mauling of Falcons At Derby, Samit Patel was hoping to sign-off with a win in his final game for the Falcons but he endured a miserable evening as the Bears sealed their qualification with a commanding (104 off 51 balls, with eight sixes) and Davies (89) shared an opening partnership of 187 - the joint-fourth highest in the Blast - as the visitors piled-up 233-5 with Patel finishing with 0-38 from his three were quickly reduced to 62-5 in reply as Patel fell for six and they subsided limply to 106 all out to finish bottom of North skipper David Willey crashed six sixes in his 32-ball 63 and Matthew Breetzke made a rapid 52 as the Steelbacks threatened to derail Durham's qualification hopes at the home side made light work of their victory target of 204 to jump up to second place and earn a home Lees (101* off 49 balls, with eight sixes) and Graham Clark (79 off 41) shared an opening stand of 181 as Durham coasted to victory with three-and-a-half overs to off-spinner Ahmed stole the show for Nottinghamshire as the Outlaws picked up a consolation five-wicket win over Lancashire at Trent 17-year-old younger brother of England's Rehan Ahmed claimed the third hat-trick of this year's Blast as he removed Luke Wood, Tom Aspinwall and Mitchell Stanley as he returned figures of also held an outside chance of sneaking into the last eight but needed to beat Yorkshire and hope for some help from elsewhere - neither of which Shafique again impressed with the bat for the White Rose as his 64 anchored them to a last-ball victory at Grace Road helped by 52 from Matthew Revis as they chased down a target of 186. Spitfires fire their way into last eight Two-times T20 champions Kent made light work of rock-bottom Essex at Canterbury to secure their quarter-final spot from the South Walter (52) and Charlie Allison (48) helped the visitors reach 172-6 after being asked to bat but former Kent batsman Jordan Cox failed to follow-up his heroics against Hampshire on Thursday as he fell for just Muyeye's 49-ball 80 got the home side off to a good start in their run chase before Harry Finch blasted six fours and three sixes in his 64 as Kent strolled to victory with 16 balls to could have been different for Kent as they completed their win and then had to watch as Sussex came agonisingly close to beating group winners Surrey and pipping them for the fourth qualification Will Jacks (100 off 59 balls, with three sixes and 12 fours) had scored his fifth Blast century to set the home side a victory target of 205 at Hove, Sussex needed 13 runs from the final over only for their former all-rounder Chris Jordan to dismiss John Simpson and leave them eight short of the went into the evening needing to beat Middlesex and wait for results from elsewhere but their 52-run victory in Cardiff proved to be merely a consolation with Kent getting the job done against year's runners-up, Somerset, gained some revenge for their defeat by Gloucestershire in the 2024 final with a 16-run win at Taunton to finish second behind Surrey on net run rate. Quarter-final pairings T20 Blast quarter-finals will be played on 3, 5, and 6 SeptemberLancashire v Kent Spitfires, Durham v Hampshire Hawks, Surrey v Northants Steelbacks, Durham v Bears - dates tbcFinals Day will take place at Edgbaston on Saturday 13 September
United News of India
2 days ago
- Sport
- United News of India
Buttler challenges Lancashire to win biggest T20 games
London, July 18 (UNI) Jos Buttler said Lancashire Lightning must rise to the challenge of winning the "big prize" if they want to claim only their second T20 Blast title. Buttler top-scored with 77 in Lancashire's win at old rivals Yorkshire at Headingley on Thursday to secure a top-two finish in the North Group with one match to spare. That guarantees a home quarter-final in September as they chase a spot in Finals Day at Edgbaston later that month. Since the competition began in 2003, Lancashire have qualified for the knockout stages 18 times, but their sole success remains in 2015. "We've been a really consistent team but we haven't won the big prize enough," Buttler told BBC Radio Lancashire. "We have to find a way to win and the quarter-final is our next challenge." Buttler and Liam Livingstone are the only players left at Lancashire from their T20 Blast title triumph a decade ago. The Red Rose have been back to Finals Day on three occasions since then, but have won only one game out of four on the biggest domestic stage. They have avoided a trip to South Group powerhouses Surrey and Somerset by finishing in the top two and can look forward to one more game at Emirates Old Trafford. "Lancashire has a history of playing well in T20 cricket," Buttler added. "We've had a really good side for a number of years so it's important we can make the most of that. "We've got a really good team and it's important we drive that forward, try to get into Finals Day and go all the way." UNI BM
BBC News
2 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
Funeral of cricket legend Syd Lawrence ends with tributes
Update: Date: 16:00 BST Title: 'Rest easy big man' Content: Perhaps fittingly on the day one of their most popular players was laid to rest, Gloucestershire head to Somerset tonight to face their local rivals in a T20 Blast clash where fans will be hoping they show the same fighting spirit that epitomised the career of David "Syd" Lawrence. The last word goes to Trojan Fitness in Bristol, the gym which Lawrence was connected to as a bodybuilder, who said on X, external simply: "Rest easy now big man." Update: Date: 15:59 BST Title: Our coverage is ending Content: Our live coverage of the funeral of David 'Syd' Lawrence is coming to an end now, thank you for following it with us as friends and family said goodbye to the Bristol and Gloucestershire legend. Update: Date: 15:55 BST Title: 'I'm not scared to die' Content: Lawrence, the Gloucestershire president, with James Bracey after the club won their first T20 Blast title in 2024 In an interview with BBC Breakfast in September, following his MND diagnosis, Lawrence said it was tough to have to rely on people. "If you've been a big strong man all your life and this comes and hits you, it's a tough one to take. Really tough," he said. "I always wanted to do things for people and now I have to rely on people to do things for me. I need a carer every day to dress me, to shower me. You've got to park your ego at the door and get on with it," he added. Talking about death, Lawrence told the BBC he was not scared to die. "Most people are scared of not knowing but I know how I am going to die. You can't look too much into the future, that will scare you. We are all going to die. I just know how I am going to die. I'm not scared," he added. Update: Date: 15:50 BST Title: Hundreds attended funeral Content: More than 300 people were at the funeral, demonstrating how popular and influential Lawrence was a cricketer and a person. Many remained outside the church to share memories of him. Update: Date: 15:30 BST Title: Funeral now ended Content: Pallbearers and the congregation have started to leave the church, following the funeral service. Update: Date: 15:14 BST Title: 'He took the illness head on' Content: Former cricketer Andy Brassington said he was with Lawrence, who he was friends with for more than 44 years, just an hour before his death. "He's given hope to people. We all need heroes, we all need idols and Syd was there for so many people," he said. "It's been a terrible illness. He took it head on, like he did with everything. "His appearance was everything to him, yet he put himself in the shop window to show people how this disease can tear your body apart." Speaking outside the church Lawrence's funeral is taking place, Mr Brassington added he "has lost a best mate". "It was a difficult situation for us all, and it was time for Syd to go. But right until the end was there he was positive." Update: Date: 15:10 BST Title: 'Your background doesn't matter' Content: Lawrence's first captain, David Graveney said: "His legacy to the game is in many, many forms." Mr Graveney, who is now Vice Chairman of Gloucestershire, said he had watched Lawrence develop from a county bowler into an international star. "The fact he was the first English-born black person to play for England was a thing he was very proud of and he was the first black president of the cricket club - another thing he was really proud of. "He shows that actually it doesn't matter what your background is. If you apply yourself then the sky's the limit," Mr Graveney added. Update: Date: 15:02 BST Title: Details of the service Content: The service is now under way at St Mary Redcliffe Church in Bristol. Revd Rupert Martin is leading the funeral, with the hymns including the well-known 'The Lord is my Shepherd'. A eulogy will be read by George Orchard, followed by family tributes from Shauna Mighty and Bev Powell, Alice Lawrence and Buster - Lawrence's son. The Bristol Reggae Windrush Choir, which performed outside the church before the service began, will also be singing as part of the service. The service will end with a reflection from the Rev Martin. The funeral will be followed by a wake at the County Ground in north Bristol. Update: Date: 14:58 BST Title: 'MBE will be part of my legacy' Content: Lawrence received an MBE in the King's Birthday Honours in June for his services to cricket. Referring to the MBE letters, in an interview with the BBC, Lawrence said: "It is not something I ever thought would sit after my name. "I am absolutely delighted that it will do so for however long I am here, and will be a part of my legacy when I am gone." Update: Date: 14:46 BST Title: 'Husband, father, brother' Content: The funeral order of service is adorned with Lawrence's accomplishments. "Husband, father, brother, sportsman and MBE", it reads. The latter being three letters Lawrence said he "never" thought would come after his name. Update: Date: 14:35 BST Title: 'His personality spread across the world' Content: Former England and Gloucestershire wicketkeeper Jack Russell MBE, who made his Test match debut at Lord's with Lawrence, said he was his "best mate". "We knew the love was there. We came early [to the church] and it is packed, it shows what he meant to a lot of people - not just in cricket but in general," he said. "His personality spread across the world," added Russell. "He was a trailblazer, he just had a great attitude. Everything was 100%,, he gave it his best shot with everything he did. One of the nicest guys you'll ever meet. "It's difficult to find the words to sum him up, but they don't come much better than Syd Lawrence." Update: Date: 14:29 BST Title: Coffin of David 'Syd' Lawrence arrives Content: The coffin of David 'Syd' Lawrence has been carried into the church, with the service expected to start soon. Among the pallbearers was Lawrence's son Buster, wearing a cream suit. Update: Date: 14:24 BST Title: Lawrence's family arrive Content: Lawrence's family have just arrived at St Mary Redcliffe church for the funeral. The former fast bowler leaves behind his wife Gaynor and son Buster. Update: Date: 14:22 BST Title: 'I achieved my dream' Content: Following his MND diagnosis in June 2024, Lawrence worked tirelessly to raise money and awareness of the condition. "As a proud Gloucester man who achieved his dream to play for England on the cricket field, it means a great deal to me and to my family who have supported me with all their love during some difficult times," he said. "I have always put my heart and soul into any challenge I have faced and that is how I have approached things since my diagnosis with motor neurone disease. "With awareness and funds for research we can make a positive difference for those who will need it in the future," he added. Update: Date: 14:13 BST Title: 'Wore his heart on his sleeve' Content: Former England batsman Mark Butcher said Lawrence was a "full-throttle, big-hearted individual" who "wore his heart on his sleeve". "Every time you met him there was a warmth there, a genuine love of seeing his old friends and a genuine sense of how much he enjoyed his career," Butcher said. Update: Date: 14:08 BST Title: Windrush Choir perform outside funeral Content: Bristol's Reggae Windrush Choir have been singing outside the church as guests arrived. Update: Date: 14:01 BST Title: Tufnell: Lawrence a 'great friend' Content: Phil Tufnell, Lawrence's friend and former England team-mate, is one of the members of the congregation today. Speaking to the BBC outside St Mary Redcliffe church, an emotional Tufnell said his "great friend" was "someone who you wanted on your side". " [He was a ] larger than life character. Filled the room when he came in. We had some great laughs along the way," the former spin bowler added. "He had this great big deep voice. He'd always say hello to everyone. It's sad that he had to go." Looking back at their time together, Mr Tufnell recalled Lawrence's serious knee injury, which he suffered while playing for England in New Zealand in 1992. "I was playing in that Test match when he fractured his kneecap, and carried him off the field. It was a tough injury. He tried to fight his way back from it but I think it was impossible really," he said. "[But] he didn't let that get him down and he moved forward with a very positive attitude." Update: Date: 13:56 BST Title: 'A Gloucestershire icon' Content: Neil Priscott, Chief Executive Officer of Gloucestershire County Cricket Club said Lawrence had been "transformational" for the club which he made his debut for in 1981, and then became President of, He said Lawrence "brought infectious spirit" and "energy" to the role. "He wanted us to reach out to communities far and wide, push ourselves, do more, find the next generation of talent. That infectiousness sort of carried everyone with him. "Syd's been an icon for this club on the field and off it," he added. "We absolutely want to continue that legacy and do that in his honour." Update: Date: 13:51 BST Title: 'A story of resilience' Content: This video can not be played In the months after his MND diagnosis, Lawrence put together his autobiography, a story he said was one of "resilience and character". The book, called In Syd's Voice - The Extraordinary Life of Syd Lawrence, was written in collaboration with Dean Wilson and launched at a charity cricket match in Downend, Bristol in June. Speaking at the time, Mr Wilson said: "It's a story about resilience - actually a story about character, and he had them both." Update: Date: 13:46 BST Title: 'An example to young black players' Content: Dr Guy Reid-Bailey met Lawrence as a teenager, when the parents of the future fast bowler brought him to Bristol because they were worried he may fall in with the wrong crowd in his home city of Gloucester. Guy, from the Bristol West Indies Cricket Club, told BBC Points West presenter David Garmston that he became a mentor to the young Lawrence. "He needed someone he could look up to. And I was always there for him," he said. "He played cricket in the way it should be played. He listened, he learned, and he did it." When Lawrence was made President of Gloucestershire County Cricket Club in 2022, Guy was his Vice President. "A lot of young black players did see him as an example for them to become good players - not to play for the county or England, but to play league cricket in the west of England," he added.
BBC News
2 days ago
- Sport
- BBC News
Patel to leave Derbyshire after final T20 group game
Samit Patel will play his last match for Derbyshire when he captains the Falcons in their final T20 Blast group game against Birmingham Bears on Friday 40-year-old former England all-rounder was in the final months of his contract at the County Ground, but is now leaving before the start of the 50-over One-Day Cup competition. Patel joined the club from East Midlands rivals Nottinghamshire in 2024 on a two-year leaving Notts - where he won two County Championship titles, the 2017 One-Day Cup, the former 40-over competition in 2013 and two T20 Blast titles - Patel has made 32 appearances for Derbyshire, scoring 523 runs and picking up 33 wickets. In his time with Derbyshire, the club has failed to progress beyond of group stage of any white-ball competition he has played are bottom of the T20 Blast North group with one game to go, but if they beat Birmingham Bears, and Yorkshire lose at Leicestershire, the Falcons could avoid a last-place a career that has spanned 24 years, Patel has played almost 450 T20 games around the world, as well as 253 List A also made 54 appearances for England in white-ball games, with his last international cap earned a decade tops the list for most appearances in the T20 Blast, having first featured in the competition in his time with Derbyshire he never played in their County Championship side, with his last appearance in the red-ball game coming in 2020.
