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BBC News
4 hours ago
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- BBC News
Solid start for Kent on landmark day for Compton
Rothesay County Championship Division Two, Spitfire Ground, Canterbury (day one)Kent 325-4: Compton 66, Bell-Drummond 66*, Muyeye 58; Guthrie 2-54 Northamptonshire: Yet to batKent 2 pts, Northants 1 ptMatch scorecard Ben Compton celebrated being handed both his county cap and a new three-year contract by making 66 on day one of Kent's County Championship game with Northants at hosts were 325-4 at stumps, with Tawanda Muyeye hitting 58 and captain Daniel Bell-Drummond unbeaten on Guthrie took 2-54 but it was a gruelling day in the heat for the visitors, who used seven different bowlers after losing the toss and being asked to 173rd Canterbury Festival continued with an immaculate minute's silence for Wayne Larkins before the start of play and both sides wore black armbands in honour of the former Northamptonshire and England opener, who passed away on Sunday at the age of chose to bat in already sweltering heat, with Jaydn Denly driving a regal six through point early on, but his stylish innings came to an end when Guthrie had him caught by Justin Broad at gully for 35 off 36 was 110-1 at lunch, at which point Compton was awarded his county cap by the former England seamer and incoming Kent president Richard Ellison at a ceremony in front of the partner, Ekansh Singh, was playing only his second first-class game, but he had looked as assured as Denly, only to fall a run shy of his 50 when Dom Leech had him caught did pass 50 in Leech's next over, carving a no ball through point for four, but he nicked Broad behind, leaving Kent on 207-3 at then reached 50 with an elegant flick of the wrist for a single off Calvin Harrison but Guthrie got him lbw with the new became the third Kent player to make a half-century when he hit Guthrie for four through cover and he was joined by Joey Evision, who had reached 29 not out by Reporters' Network supported by Rothesay
Time of India
11 hours ago
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- Time of India
Former England cricketer Wayne Larkins passes away at 71
Wayne Larkins (Image credit: England Cricket) NEW DELHI: Former England and Northamptonshire cricketer Wayne Larkins has passed away at the age of 71 after a short illness, according to a statement on the Northamptonshire website. The former international, affectionately known as "Ned", died on June 28. Larkins represented England in 13 Tests and 25 One Day Internationals between 1979 and 1991. His second appearance came in the 1979 World Cup final, where he batted at No. 7 and bowled two overs. However, one of his most memorable moments came over a decade later during the 1989-90 tour of the West Indies, when he scored the winning runs at Sabina Park to give England a surprise 1-0 series lead — in what was only his seventh Test, more than eight years after his sixth. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Larkins' international career might have included more caps, but he was banned for three years due to his participation in the unofficial 1982 rebel tour of South Africa. He spent the majority of his domestic career with Northamptonshire, playing over 700 matches for the club. Larkins was renowned for his fluent strokeplay and lively personality off the field. Later, he moved to Durham, where he eventually retired from a remarkable career that yielded more than 40,000 runs and 85 centuries across formats. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like USDJPY đang đi lên không? IC Markets Đăng ký Undo His wife, Debbie, shared an emotional tribute on the Northamptonshire website: "Ned loved everyone he met, and everyone loved him. People were drawn to his infectious energy. He lit up every room and never wanted the party to finish." India's Day 2 at the Nets in Edgbaston | IND vs ENG Test Series "He loved his soul mate of a wife and his precious daughters so much. He will be partying up in the sky, drinking a toast to everyone and to his own life. We are devastated, but we'll never forget his undeniably unique presence and his impact on our lives," she added. Larkins enjoyed a rich vein of form between 1978 and 1985, passing 1,000 first-class runs in each of those seasons. In 1983, he hit a career-best streak, smashing 236 against Derbyshire at Derby and following it up with 252 against Glamorgan at Swansea — all within a span of seven weeks. That form might have warranted an England recall, had he not been serving a ban for his role in the rebel tour. Wayne Larkins will be remembered not just for his talent and achievements on the field, but also for the joy and energy he brought to those around him. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
Telegraph
11 hours ago
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- Telegraph
Wayne Larkins dies, aged 71: Fearless ‘Ned' a Bazballer ahead of his time
Wayne Larkins, who has died after a short illness aged 71, was an England cricketer ahead of his time and would have been in huge demand in the franchise Twenty20 era. Larkins played 13 Tests and 25 ODIs for England at a time when it was easier to get into the England side than it is now, but also much easier to be dropped from it too. Instead it was the county circuit where he dominated, playing for Northamptonshire as a hard-hitting, left-handed opener between 1972-91 before joining Durham for four years when they were granted first-class status. County attacks from the era would fear being 'Nedded' by Larkins, whose driving through – and frequently over – extra cover could take apart any attack at a time when counties boasted some of the best overseas players in the world. His finest hour came in Jamaica when he hit the winning runs as England shocked the West Indies to take a 1-0 lead in the 1989-90 series. Larkins was playing his seventh Test, eight years after his previous appearance. Photographs of the moment show him raising both arms in the air with a thick chest pad – almost like a pillow – visible underneath his shirt to protect his ribs from the bouncers of Patrick Patterson, Ian Bishop and Courtney Walsh at a time when an English batsman playing in the Caribbean was taking his life in his own hands. Larkins was back in favour because Graham Gooch had been appointed England captain and, like many professionals on the circuit, respected Larkins far more than the England selectors. Gooch picked Larkins for the 50-over Nehru Cup in India in 1989 and a hundred against Australia sealed his place on the West Indies tour. Gooch wanted Larkins as his opening partner because he was fearless, could play fast bowling and take the attack back to the West Indies after years of England subjugation. Sadly, Larkins was past his best by then. He was 36 and despite a half-century in the next Test in Trinidad, the runs dried up and he was dropped at the end of the tour. He did not play for England in the summer of 1990 but was recalled for the 1990-91 Ashes tour. Two half-centuries at the MCG were a last hurrah but by then Mike Atherton had emerged as Gooch's opening partner and the following summer against West Indies Graeme Hick became available and that was the end for Ned. It was an era where players were paid little and the authorities could not care less about time away from home and families. Larkins spent his entire tour fee for the Ashes phoning his wife in the UK. Larkins enjoyed life off the field and his approach would have chimed nicely with the modern-day Bazballers. Despite his naturally attacking strokeplay, Larkins played only 25 ODIs. A three-year ban for a rebel tour in the early 1980s limited his international appearances, although he played a lot more for England despite taking the South African money. His second appearance in ODI cricket was the 1979 World Cup final at Lord's against the mighty West Indies where he played as an all-rounder, batting at No 7 to bowl seam in probably the most lop-sided team to play a World Cup final. Larkins was out first ball to Joel Garner and his two overs costs 21 runs as Viv Richards and Collis King took England apart. It was the county circuit where Larkins was at home. He built a yin and yang opening partnership with Geoff Cook for Northants that lasted a decade and was among the most reliable on the circuit. He was part of the Northants team that won the club's first title, the Gillette Cup, in 1976 and scored a 1,000 Championship runs every year from 1978-1985. When Andrew Strauss became England team director in 2015 he organised a reunion for every player who had played ODI or Test cricket, giving them a cap embossed with their number. Larkins was astonished, and chuffed, that a number of players told him that night he was their inspiration as a player.
News18
12 hours ago
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- News18
ECB Condoles Demise Of Former England Cricketer Wayne Larkins
Last Updated: The England and Wales Cricket Board mourned former England cricketer Wayne Larkins, who died at 71. Larkins played 13 Tests, 25 ODIs, and scored 29,929 runs for Northamptonshire. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced on Sunday that it was deeply saddened by the passing of former batter Wayne Larkins, who died at the age of 71 after a short illness at University Hospital, Coventry. Affectionately known as 'Ned', Larkins played for England in 13 Tests and 25 ODIs between 1979 and 1991, including an appearance in the 1979 World Cup final, where the team lost to the West Indies. Larkins' most memorable moment as an England cricketer came in 1990, when he hit the winning runs at Sabina Park to secure a famous Test victory for his team against the West Indies. 'Known for his powerful strokeplay and larger-than-life personality, Larkins was as beloved off the field as he was respected on it." 'Wayne Larkins will be remembered not only for his achievements on the field but also for the warmth, humour, and spirit he brought to the game. Our thoughts are with his family and friends," said the ECB in a statement on Sunday. Wayne Larkins' Domestic Record In domestic cricket, Larkins made 716 appearances for Northamptonshire, scoring 29,929 county runs with 60 centuries across formats. He also captained the team in over 50 matches in the absence of Geoff Cook and Allan Lamb. Larkins later played for Durham, leaving a lasting impression over four seasons. 'Ned loved everyone he met, and everyone loved him. People were drawn to his infectious energy. He lit up every room and never wanted the party to end. He loved his soul mate of a wife and his precious daughters so much. 'He will be partying up in the sky, drinking a toast to everyone and to his own life. We are devastated but we'll never forget his undeniably unique presence and his impact on our lives. We will carry him in our hearts forever," his wife Debbie said on the Northamptonshire website. First Published: June 29, 2025, 15:06 IST
India.com
21 hours ago
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- India.com
Former England Batter And Northamptonshire Legend Wayne Larkins Dies Aged 71
Wayne Larkins, affectionately known as 'Ned,' has passed away at the age of 71 following a brief illness. He was a gifted and fearless opening batter who played 13 Test matches and 25 one-day internationals for England between 1979 and 1991, amassing a total of 1,084 runs. One of his standout performances came in 1989 when he scored a brilliant 124 against Australia in Hyderabad. He was also part of the England side that reached the World Cup final in 1979 at Lord's, facing the mighty West Indies. On the domestic front, Larkins was a stalwart for Northamptonshire, where he enjoyed a long and prolific career. Across more than 700 appearances in both first-class and limited-overs cricket for the county, he accumulated nearly 30,000 runs. He later went on to represent Durham, and after that, continued playing in the minor counties with Bedfordshire and Huntingdonshire before retiring from the game in 2001. He continued his legendary batting heroics in Durham too scoring 40,000 runs and samshing 85 hundreds to his name. Over his career, Larkins tallied an impressive 59 centuries in first-class matches and 26 in List A games. Paying tribute, Northamptonshire described him as 'unquestionably one of the most exciting and naturally talented English top-order batsmen of his generation.' The club added, 'He feared no one with the new ball and could inflict severe damage on the very best.' His wife, Debbie, shared a heartfelt message, saying: 'Ned loved everyone he met and everyone loved him. People were drawn to his infectious energy. He lit up every room and never wanted the party to finish.' She added, 'He loved his soulmate of a wife and his precious daughters so much. He will be partying up in the sky, drinking a toast to everyone and to his own life. We are devastated but we'll never forget his undeniably unique presence and his impact on our lives. We will carry him in our hearts forever.' Wayne Larkins will be remembered not only for his brilliance on the field but also for the joy and warmth he brought to those around him.
