Freddie McCann

Freddie McCann
Nationality: England
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Offbreak
Date of Birth: 2005-04-19 Age: 20
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Freddie McCann's story is one of those rare narratives in the tapestry of cricket where talent encounters opportunity in perfect harmony. Born on 19th April 2005, McCann's love affair with cricket began in the backstreets of Sheffield, where he would mimic the players he admired on television with a stick as his bat. The talented left-hand batsman first made ripples in the local leagues, his technical prowess and fearless approach with the willow a potent mix that sent tongues wagging in cricketing circles.

His professional journey kicked off when he was drafted into Yorkshire's junior squad at just 16. The county circuit became his proving ground, a place where his penchant for carving out elegant drives through the covers earned him the nickname "Young Blade." His rise to prominence was meteoric. By 2022, he made his debut for England, carving out a niche as a stylish, aggressive top-order batsman.

Freddie's impact wasn’t confined to domestic circuits. He was instrumental in taking his county team to the championship title in 2023, crafting a series of match-winning innings that showcased his mental fortitude. In the finals, his 143-run masterpiece not only clinched victory for Yorkshire but also saw him setting record for the highest individual score in a county final by a teenager.

The England-India series in 2024, however, was the arena where McCann's tale truly leapt off the page into the annals of cricketing folklore. He crafted a remarkable 118 at Lord's, deftly manoeuvering past the wiles of India's celebrated spinners. The innings not only underscored his ability to perform under pressure but also sparked a compelling rivalry with India's new spinning prodigy, Ravi Patel.

McCann's impact is not solely attributable to his incandescent batting. Although not primarily known for his bowling, his occasional right-arm offbreaks have fetched successors too, especially during pivotal match scenarios where breakthroughs were a necessity rather than a luxury.

Despite being in the nascent stages of his career, Freddie’s cricketing journey provides a compelling narrative. His drive and elegance at the crease defy his age, promising fans and future generations the kind of swashbuckling cricket that legends are crafted with. Enthusiasm fuelled by talent, Freddie McCann is poised to remain a fixture of the sport for years to come.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
Youth ODI 3 3 0 212 174 70.67 178 119.10 1 0 3 30
T20 7 7 1 145 48 20.71 103 140.78 0 0 7 14
List A 8 8 0 168 48 21.00 223 75.34 0 0 0 27
4day 12 18 1 723 154 40.17 1326 54.52 3 2 1 89

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
Youth ODI 3 2 2 62 12 31.00 5.17 0 0 0 0 0
T20 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0
List A 8 5 1 188 32.4 188.00 5.80 2 0 0 0 0
4day 12 7 3 197 67.1 65.67 2.94 0 0 0 0 0

Last updated: 2025-06-20
North Group, North Group, T20 Blast - June 20, 2025
Northamptonshire
140/10 (19.2)
Nottinghamshire
164/8 (20)
Nottinghamshire won by 24 runs
North Group, North Group, T20 Blast - June 19, 2025
Leicestershire
160/6 (17.4)
Nottinghamshire
156/10 (19.3)
Leicestershire won by 4 wickets (with 14 balls remaining)
North Group, North Group, T20 Blast - June 14, 2025
Warwickshire
206/7 (20)
Nottinghamshire
212/4 (21.4)
Nottinghamshire won by 6 wickets (with 0 ball remaining)
North Group, North Group, T20 Blast - June 13, 2025
Nottinghamshire
153/9 (20)
Derbyshire
199/5 (20)
Derbyshire won by 46 runs
North Group, North Group, T20 Blast - June 11, 2025
Nottinghamshire
166/9 (20)
Yorkshire
175/8 (20)
Yorkshire won by 9 runs
North Group, North Group, T20 Blast - June 6, 2025
Derbyshire
162/9 (20)
Nottinghamshire
120/3 (13.5)
Nottinghamshire won by 7 wickets (with 7 balls remaining) (D/L method)
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - May 23, 2025
Yorkshire
159/10 (44.3) & 299/10 (120.3)
Nottinghamshire
228/10 (81.2) & 393/8 (98)
Nottinghamshire won by 163 runs
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - May 16, 2025
Durham
664/10 (174.1) & 92/3 (16.2)
Nottinghamshire
407/10 (92.3) & 347/10 (91.2)
Durham won by 7 wickets
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - May 9, 2025
Nottinghamshire
333/10 (91.1) & 345/10 (91.1)
Hampshire
196/10 (49.2) & 116/10 (33.3)
Nottinghamshire won by 366 runs
County Div 1, Division 1, County Championship Division One - April 25, 2025
Nottinghamshire
300/10 (68.3) & 148/1 (25.5)
Sussex
169/10 (59) & 278/10 (94.2)
Nottinghamshire won by 9 wickets

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