Nathan Lyon and James Anderson at County facet Lancashire (X)
Nathan Lyon mentioned it was the prospect to be a part of forces with James Anderson, probably the most profitable quick bowler in Test historical past, that drew him to Old Trafford.
Australia’s Nathan Lyon has mentioned the prospect to be on the identical facet as longstanding Ashes rival James Anderson was a “big part” of his choice to join a stint with English county facet Lancashire.
Landing a number one worldwide cricketer to function within the county recreation is now a serious achievement given the elevated calls for on prime gamers from their nationwide sides and the lure of a number of franchise tournaments all over the world.
But Lancashire have nonetheless managed to signal Lyon.
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Although the off-spinner solely arrived in England on Tuesday, he may but function in Lancashire’s crew for his or her first-class County Championship opener in opposition to title-holders Surrey at Old Trafford beginning Friday.
There has been a lot speak of how Lyon would possibly mentor Lancashire spinner Tom Hartley, following the left-armer’s emergence on England’s latest tour of India.
Lyon, nonetheless, mentioned it was the prospect to be a part of forces with England nice Anderson, probably the most profitable quick bowler in Test historical past, that drew him to Old Trafford.
Lyon is the most recent massive identify worldwide cricketer to play for Lancashire, with the likes of Pakistan’s Wasim Akram, India’s Farokh Engineer and West Indies’ Clive Lloyd amongst a powerful listing to have lined up for them.
Anderson, 41, is at the moment resting following England’s 4-1 collection loss in India however the swing specialist and Lyon, who’ve 1,230 Test wickets between them, may but function in the identical Lancashire XI.
“That would be pretty amazing. I’d be lying if I said that opportunity coming around wasn’t a big part of the reason I signed,” Lyon instructed BBC Radio Lancashire.
“He’s one of the greatest, if not the greatest, fast bowler to have played the game,” the 36-year-old added.
“I’ve had some incredible battles against him. I admire his skill, there’s nothing but respect from my end for what he’s been able to do for English cricket but also world cricket inspiring young boys and girls to play the game.
“If the opportunity comes around that I get to bowl in tandem with him and share a changing room with him it will be pretty special, so I’m looking forward to that.”
Lyon was initially signed by Lancashire for all the English season, throughout all codecs, however has seen that schedule lowered to seven first-class video games at the insistence of Cricket Australia chiefs involved by his potential workload.
“It’s definitely not my call, that’s the nature of the beast,” he mentioned. “CA have come over the top and said they wanted to manage me and hopefully extend my career. My hands are tied.”
(This story has not been edited by News18 employees and is revealed from a syndicated information company feed – AFP)
