Veteran West Indian quick Fidel Edwards turned the tide in Hampshire’s favor with an unexpected performance during a weather-hit day in the ongoing match.
ECB Reporters Network
21-Sep-2017
Essex 76 and 247 for 5 (Lawrence 101, Bopara 57) lead Hampshire 254 by 69 runs
Edwards showcased exceptional fast bowling skills, taking two crucial wickets during a rain-affected third day of the Specsavers County Championship match between Hampshire and Essex.
The day ended with Essex leading by 69 with five second innings wickets still in hand, setting up an exciting final day.
Craig White, Hampshire head coach, said: “Those 12 overs were a nice bonus. It was a long day waiting and we sensed a perfect opportunity. Fidel has had a stop-start season with injuries but when he gets going, he is still a class bowler.”
After facing just two more deliveries, Edwards produced a ferocious bouncer to find the England Lions man’s glove to have him caught behind.
