Nathan Lyon’s spell with English county Lancashire has been lower by two matches as Cricket Australia seems to be to guard the health of the star spinner.
The Australian, who has taken 530 Test wickets, was resulting from be accessible for the complete 2024 season with Lancashire, however he’ll now be free for seven of the primary 9 rounds of the Championship.
It’s a wise precaution for Australia, who’ve 5 dwelling Tests in opposition to India beginning in November.
But Lancashire’s director of cricket efficiency, Mark Chilton, mentioned: “Naturally, we are disappointed that Nathan will no longer be joining us for the full 2024 season.
“However, we’re nonetheless extremely excited to have the ability to welcome him for seven matches within the County Championship.”
Lyon will arrive at Old Trafford ahead of the season opener against Surrey, on Friday, April 5. He will remain with the Red Rose until Wednesday, July 3.
Lyon now ranks as the seventh highest Test wicket taker of all time and his capture is a coup for Lancashire.
Chilton added: “After talking with Nathan since this determination was taken, I do know that he’s nonetheless actually enthusiastic about becoming a member of up with us.”
The county say they’re “assessing choices” for an additional abroad participant, for the white-ball video games particularly.
Source: www.perthnow.com.au
