The Vitality Blast has been advanced to the quarter-final stage. Just before facing Somerset, the Northamptonshire got a huge boost up. Ashton Agar is back with the Northamptonshire. He is all set to play in the quarter-final stage for the team. The Aussie star is all set to make a huge impact on the team.
Ashton Agar is Back With Northamptonshire:
Northamptonshire has confirmed that Australia spinner Ashton Agar will return for their Vitality Blast quarter-final against Somerset. Agar initially joined Northamptonshire as a replacement for Sikandar Raza during the group stage after the T20 World Cup. His presence was pivotal, helping Northants secure four wins out of five matches, leading them to qualify from the North Group in second place.
Agar’s return is the result of a new deal agreed upon by Northamptonshire. His contribution during the group stage included taking four wickets in five games. He also showcased his batting abilities, scoring 64 runs. Agar’s all-round performance played a significant role in the team’s successful campaign.
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While talking about this, head coach John Sadler said, “Ashton is in, he’s booked to come back and he’s incredibly excited. He has been over at a tournament in Canada so he’s off back home to spend some time with his family but then he’ll be back with us so we’re absolutely delighted with that.”
Northamptonshire is Eyeing Matthew Breetzke:
Northamptonshire is also making efforts to secure the return of South Africa opener Matthew Breetzke for their upcoming Vitality Blast quarter-final against Somerset. Breetzke has been a key player for the club this season, leading the team’s run-scoring in the Blast with 460 runs.
He had an impressive group stage, notching up four half-centuries. His consistent performance has made him Northants’ top scorer in this year’s competition. The club is keen to have him back for the crucial match against the defending champions, hoping his form will continue to be a major asset in their quest for victory.
Sadler’s Words:
The team is hoping for his comeback. While talking about this, Sadler said, “We’re hopeful that Matt will be able to get over but we’re not sure how that’s going to pan out. We obviously want to get him back because he’s been brilliant for us but we’ll see how it unfolds.”
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Later he said, “It’s a situation that is out of our and Matt’s hands to be honest. I know he’s desperate to come back but he’s on the verge of playing for South Africa in all three formats so that’s understandably his main driver.”
Lastly, he added, “I also know that he so wants to come back and play for us that he’s happy to fly in, play and fly back out but that is a situation that we’ll have to negotiate with Cricket South Africa.”
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