ECB News: Punjab Kings And England Batter Jonny Bairstow Makes Comeback After Eight Months
England wicketkeeper and batter Jonny Bairstow, who plays for Punjab Kings in IPL, returned to the crease for the first time after eight months for Yorkshire.
With his timely comeback, England have recieved a major boost ahead of the upcoming Ashes Test series. Bairstow turned out for the.
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Yorkshire second XI against Nottinghamshire in what was his first hit-out since breaking his leg in September last year, and the 33-year-old.
Looked comfortable as he compiled a steady 97 at Headingley. Bairstow hit 13 fours and two massive sixes during his 88-ball stay as Yorkshire.
Ended the opening day of the four-day contest in a strong position at 437/7. “Once he got going, he looked like he’d never been away,” Yorkshire.
Second XI coach Tom Smith said after play as quoted by ICC. “Watching him towards the end, the way he plays the late cut, the way he drives the ball.
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The way he played the spinner, one shot over extra cover showed that international class. “Bairstow had been in the career-best form up until his.
Accident on a golf course in September last year, with the veteran having hit six centuries for his country and played a major role in England’s.
Renaissance under new coach Brendon McCullum. The unfortunate leg injury paved the way for young gun Harry Brook to get his chance at.
Test level and the right-hander made the most of the opportunity by compiling four centuries from six Test matches. But Bairstow is in contention.
To win his spot back in England’s Test XI this summer should his return from injury prove successful, although he may have to do so through the guise.
Of wicket-keeper. It is believed Bairstow will spend some time with the gloves during Nottinghamshire`s innings and the veteran could be in line.
To replace incumbent keeper Ben Stokes during a busy upcoming schedule. Bairstow is expected to turn out for Yorkshire`s first XI next.
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Week, while the one-off Test against Ireland at the start of June precedes the eagerly-awaited five-match Ashes series at home against.
Australia Bairstow was England’s only century-maker during their disastrous 4-0 Ashes loss to Australia.
At the start of last year, with his innings in Sydney starting his eight-month purple patch of form up until his leg injury.
