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Lancashire vs Leicestershire, North Group

t20Leicestershire won by 5 wkts
Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester
4 Jun 2025, 11:00 pm IST
Lancashire won the toss, chose to bat
Winner: Leicestershire
Lancashire Inning Score: 145 /7
BatterDismissalRunsBalls4s6sSR
Luke Wellsc roman walker b louis kimber5510100
Keaton Jenningsc rishi patel b salisbury391961205.26
Matthew Hurstc b cox b trevaskis322911110.34
Michael Jonesb rehan ahmed250040
Ashton Turnerb rehan ahmed260033.33
Josh Bohannonst b cox b trevaskis10120083.33
Chris Greennot out362911124.14
Tom Hartleyb rehan ahmed10910111.11
Thomas Aspinwallnot out7610116.67
BowlerOversMaidensRunsWicketsNo BallsWide BallsEconomy
Matt Salisbury303810012.7
Louis Kimber40311007.8
Logan van Beek40340018.5
Rehan Ahmed40163014
Liam Trevaskis40172004.2
Roman Walker1090009
Leicestershire Inning Score: 149 /5
BatterDismissalRunsBalls4s6sSR
Rishi Patellbw b chris green7610116.67
Soloman Budingerc josh bohannon b james anderson360050
Louis Kimberc l wells b tom hartley402233181.82
Shan Masoodb chris green450080
Rehan Ahmedb charlie barnard272321117.39
Ben Coxnot out383830100
Liam Trevaskisnot out221140200
BowlerOversMaidensRunsWicketsNo BallsWide BallsEconomy
James Anderson30231007.7
Chris Green40302067.5
Tom Hartley3.30311008.9
Charlie Barnard30261008.7
Luke Wells40260006.5
Thomas Aspinwall101100011

Match Summary

Lancashire vs Leicestershire - T20 Match Highlights

Date: June 4, 2025

Venue: Emirates Old Trafford, Manchester


Match Summary

Leicestershire triumphed over Lancashire by 5 wickets in a thrilling chase. Lancashire's Keaton Jennings top-scored with 39 runs, while Rehan Ahmed's exceptional bowling performance (3 wickets for 16 runs) stood out. For Leicestershire, Louis Kimber and Ben Cox played pivotal roles in the chase. Rehan Ahmed was the player of the match for his outstanding all-round performance.


Detailed Narrative

Lancashire's Innings

After winning the toss, Lancashire opted to bat first but struggled to gain momentum. Keaton Jennings provided an aggressive start, scoring 39 runs off 19 balls, including 6 boundaries and 1 six, but lacked support from others. Matthew Hurst contributed a steady 32 runs off 29 balls, while Chris Green's unbeaten 36 off 29 balls helped Lancashire post a total of 145/7 in their 20 overs.

  • Key Batting Performances:
    • Keaton Jennings: 39 (19)
    • Matthew Hurst: 32 (29)
    • Chris Green: 36* (29)

Rehan Ahmed's incredible spell (4-0-16-3) was the highlight of Leicestershire's bowling. He dismissed Michael Jones, Ashton Turner, and Tom Hartley, breaking Lancashire's middle order.

  • Best Bowling Performance:
    • Rehan Ahmed: 4 overs, 16 runs, 3 wickets, Economy: 4.0

Additionally, Liam Trevaskis (2 wickets for 17 runs) provided excellent support, including the stumping of Josh Bohannon.


Leicestershire's Chase

Leicestershire's chase got off to a shaky start, losing Soloman Budinger and Rishi Patel early. However, Louis Kimber stabilized the innings with an explosive 40 runs off 22 balls, hitting 3 fours and 3 sixes. He was well-supported by Rehan Ahmed, who contributed 27 runs off 23 balls.

The standout performance came from Ben Cox, who anchored the innings with an unbeaten 38 runs off 38 balls, and Liam Trevaskis, who finished the match in style with a quickfire 22 off 11 balls, including 4 boundaries.

  • Key Batting Performances:
    • Louis Kimber: 40 (22)
    • Ben Cox: 38* (38)
    • Liam Trevaskis: 22* (11)

Chris Green was the pick of Lancashire's bowlers, taking 2 wickets for 30 runs, but the target proved insufficient as Leicestershire chased down 149 with 9 balls to spare.


Key Moments and Highlights

  • Rehan Ahmed's All-round Brilliance: His 3 wickets for 16 runs turned the game in Leicestershire's favor during Lancashire's innings. He also contributed a valuable 27 runs with the bat.
  • Keaton Jennings' Fiery Start: Jennings hit at a strike rate of 205.26, giving Lancashire early momentum.
  • Louis Kimber's Explosive Knock: Kimber's quick 40 runs swung the match in Leicestershire's favor during the chase.
  • Ben Cox's Steady Finish: Cox's calm and calculated innings ensured Leicestershire crossed the finish line.

Player of the Match

Rehan Ahmed for his exceptional all-round performance.


Sequence of Events

  1. Lancashire batted first and posted 145/7.
    • Jennings (39 off 19) shone early but wickets fell regularly.
    • Rehan Ahmed (3 wickets) dismantled the middle order.
  2. Leicestershire's chase started poorly but recovered.
    • Kimber (40 off 22) and Cox (38* off 38) stabilized the innings.
    • Trevaskis (22* off 11) sealed the win with 9 balls to spare.

Leicestershire's balanced effort in both bowling and batting ensured a well-deserved win.