Daniel Lategan: Rising Star of Worcestershire Cricket on England's Radar
'A lot has happened so fast' - Worcestershire batter Daniel Lategan, from New Road bar to England's radar
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Daniel Lategan, a 19-year-old batter from Cape Town, South Africa, is making waves in English cricket with Worcestershire. After impressive performances, including a career-best 89, he is now on the England and Wales Cricket Board's radar as he aims for qualification to play for England by 2028.
- 01Lategan has scored 234 runs at an average of 58.50 in the current season.
- 02He achieved a career-best score of 89 in his first match of the season against Derbyshire.
- 03Lategan's performances in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup last season included 272 runs at an average of 54.50.
- 04He is inspired by Kevin Pietersen and aims to qualify for England by 2028.
- 05Despite his talent, Lategan faces challenges due to overseas player restrictions in T20 competitions.
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Daniel Lategan, a promising 19-year-old cricketer from Cape Town, South Africa, is currently making his mark with Worcestershire in England. His impressive start to the season includes 234 runs at an average of 58.50, highlighted by a career-best score of 89 against Derbyshire. Lategan's talent was showcased during Worcestershire's successful Metro Bank One-Day Cup campaign, where he scored 272 runs at an average of 54.50. With aspirations to qualify for England by 2028, Lategan draws inspiration from Kevin Pietersen, who also transitioned from South Africa to England cricket. Despite his rapid rise, he faces challenges, particularly with T20 opportunities limited by overseas player regulations. As he continues to develop his game, Lategan emphasizes the importance of learning and adapting his approach to red-ball cricket.
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Lategan's success could inspire local young cricketers and enhance Worcestershire's performance in domestic competitions.
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