Cricket

Lancashire suffered defeat in three days at the hands of Essex in the County Championship. Bowled out for 146 on the first day, and left to trail 377 made by Essex, Lancs attempted to salvage a result.

Lancashire CC were on track to beat Hampshire down on the south coast before rain spoiled play once again. Keaton Jennings’ mammoth opening score of 172 had his side 117 runs up after the first innings, but the Lancashire captain did not make it out to bat in a second innings due to rain.

Back in 2023, when Lancashire announced the signing of seasoned spinner Nathan Lyon for the 2024 summer cricket season, Tom Hartley was relatively unknown in the international circuits. The left-arm orthodox spinner had just made his white-ball international debut against Ireland but had been an obedient server of the Lancashire Cricket club.

Lancashire cricket captain Keaton Jennings believes his county can take inspiration from the explosive playing style of England captain Ben Stokes and head coach Brendon McCullum have introduced to the national side. Speaking to Merseysportlive, the batter said: "The way Stokesy and Baz (McCullum) have got the guys playing is (becoming) more of an influence.

England and Lancashire spinner Tom Hartley has heaped praise on Ormskirk Cricket Club for aiding his early cricket development. Speaking at Lancashire's media day ahead of the County Championship season, the spinner praised Ormskirk CC for his fast development.

The Liverpool & District Cricket Competition season has been delayed because of the recent poor weather conditions. Many clubs have been unable to begin preparations due to constant rain leaving the outfield too soft and wet to begin working on. Originally,...

Lancashire Thunder captain Ellie Threlkeld feels there's no ceiling for how far the women's game can grow. Speaking to Merseysportlive ahead of the new season, Threlkeld spoke on the growth of the women's sport over the past few years.

With ongoing discussions about viewing figures for the cricket County Championship, Lancashire Captain Keaton Jennings has given his opinion on how to maintain an audience. It's no secret that the County Championship has struggled to maintain an audience in recent...

England cricketer Tom Hartley has the ninth best bowling figures in a Test Innings on debut. The Ormskirk star took 7/62 against India in the first test of their five-match series.

A new LGBTQ+ team aims to create a diverse sports space on Merseyside. Mersey Rose Recreationals Cricket Club want to promote inclusivity on the crease, which some members felt was lacking. The club will welcome people regardless of their age, disability,...