75
End of over. Over 75. 2 runs. Bowler: Freddie McCann. Australia A: 262/3(rr 3.49)
74.6McCann to J Philippe1
One run. Freddie McCann to Josh Philippe. Length ball, working, Played to long on for 1 run. Although no rain fell, the overcast skies had the final say on Day 1 as Stumps was called due to bad light with 15 overs still to bowl. The England Lions will be disappointed with their progress after winning the toss and electing to bowl first, Australia A finish the day 3/262. However, today was all about Kurtis Patterson, he's unbeaten on 126 having played a patient innings, cashing in on the bad balls offered to him. He combined with Jayden Goodwin (70) and Josh Philippe (54 not out off 54 balls) to give his side the upper hand in this contest. Sonny Baker was the standout bowler for the England Lions, he bowled tighter and beat the bat more than anyone else, although for limited reward (1/27 from 13 overs with 6 maidens). Given this is only a four-day match, Australia A might look to increase the run rate and push for a declaration in the first session tomorrow to apply pressure on their opposition. Regardless, Australia A are firmly in control and it will take a big effort from the visitors to get back in it. See you tomorrow for a slightly early start.
74.5McCann to K Patterson1
One run. Freddie McCann to Kurtis Patterson. Length ball, working, Played to square leg for 1 run.
74.4McCann to K Patterson0
Dot ball. Freddie McCann to Kurtis Patterson. Length ball, defending, Played back to bowler for no runs.
74.3McCann to K Patterson0
Dot ball. Freddie McCann to Kurtis Patterson. Length ball, defending, Played to short mid wicket for no runs.
74.2McCann to K Patterson0
Dot ball. Freddie McCann to Kurtis Patterson. Length ball, Late Cut, Played to point for no runs.
74.1McCann to K Patterson0
Dot ball. Freddie McCann to Kurtis Patterson. Length ball, pushing, Played to short extra cover for no runs.
74
End of over. Over 74. 4 runs. Bowler: James Coles. Australia A: 260/3(rr 3.51)
73.6Coles to K Patterson1
One run. James Coles to Kurtis Patterson. Length ball, driving, Played to long off for 1 run.
73.5Coles to J Philippe1
One run. James Coles to Josh Philippe. Half volley, driving, Played to long off for 1 run.
73.4Coles to J Philippe0
Dot ball. James Coles to Josh Philippe. Length ball, working, Played to short mid wicket for no runs.
73.3Coles to K Patterson1
One run. James Coles to Kurtis Patterson. Length ball, working, Played to long on for 1 run.
73.2Coles to K Patterson0
Dot ball. James Coles to Kurtis Patterson. Length ball, working, Played to short mid wicket for no runs.
73.1Coles to J Philippe1
One run. James Coles to Josh Philippe. Length ball, working, Played to square leg for 1 run.
73
End of over. Over 73. 10 runs. Bowler: Shoaib Bashir. Australia A: 256/3(rr 3.51)
72.6Bashir to K Patterson2
Two runs. Shoaib Bashir to Kurtis Patterson. Length ball, working, Played to mid wicket for 2 runs.
72.5Bashir to J Philippe1
One run. Shoaib Bashir to Josh Philippe. Back of a length, cutting, Played to deep point for 1 run.
72.4Bashir to J Philippe2
Two runs. Shoaib Bashir to Josh Philippe. Length ball, sweeping, Played to deep square leg for 2 runs.
72.3Bashir to J Philippe0
Dot ball. Shoaib Bashir to Josh Philippe. Length ball, working, Played to short mid wicket for no runs.
72.2Bashir to J Philippe4
Four runs. FOUR! Shoaib Bashir to Josh Philippe. Back of a length, pulling, Hit Hard past deep square leg for 4 runs.