Matthew Lamb

Matthew Lamb
Nationality: England
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1996-07-19 Age: 28
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Matthew James Lamb is a talented cricketer hailing from Wolverhampton, England.
Known for his all-round abilities, Lamb has made a name for himself in the cricketing world with his impressive performances and consistent contributions to the sport.

Born in Wolverhampton, Lamb's cricketing journey began at a young age.
He showed immense promise and was quickly noticed by talent scouts, earning a place in the Warwickshire cricket system at the age of eight.
As a student at North Bromsgrove School, Lamb honed his skills further, playing for the renowned Barnt Green Cricket Club.

Lamb made his first-class debut for Warwickshire in 2016, giving him a taste of the intense competition and the challenges that professional cricket presents.
It was not until 2019 that he made his mark with a remarkable innings, scoring a century against Essex after a long and patient seven-hour battle.

Throughout his career, Lamb has showcased his versatility as an all-rounder.
While his primary strength lies in batting, he has also proven himself as a useful medium-pace bowler.
This ability to contribute with both bat and ball has added great value to his team's lineup.

In the summer of 2021, Lamb's hard work and dedication paid off as he secured a permanent spot in the Warwickshire first team.
His performances during the season contributed significantly to Warwickshire's success, earning him County Championship and Bob Willis Trophy winners' medals.
Additionally, he achieved a significant personal milestone by scoring his maiden List A hundred, further establishing himself as a standout player.

Despite his accomplishments, Lamb made a surprising decision the following summer.
Opting for a change of scenery and a desire for greater white-ball opportunities, Lamb made the difficult choice to end an 18-year association with his home county and sign for Derbyshire.
This move reflects Lamb's willingness to take risks and explore new avenues for his cricketing career.

As Lamb embarks on this new chapter with Derbyshire, he carries with him a wealth of experience and a hunger to achieve even greater heights in the sport.
His impressive average of 48.70, along with two centuries in the previous season, serves as a testament to his growing mastery of the game.

Matthew James Lamb's commitment to cricket, along with his natural talent, demonstrate his potential to become a prominent figure in English cricket.
With his ability to perform under pressure and his unwavering determination, Lamb is poised to leave an indelible mark on the sport.
As he continues to progress and evolve, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await the exciting contributions that Lamb will make to the game.

Batting Stats

Format Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave BF SR 100s 50s 6s 4s
4day 29 45 7 1356 173 30.13 2857 47.46 3 5 4 189
T20 9 9 2 168 39 18.67 140 120.00 0 0 4 14
List A 23 21 5 586 119 27.90 661 88.65 1 3 4 46
FC 1 1 0 0 0 0.00 6 0.00 0 0 0 0

Bowling Stats

Format Mat Inns Wkts Runs Overs Ave Econ Wide NoBall 4w 5w 10w
4day 20 12 6 276 70.2 46.00 3.93 5 13 0 0 0
T20 1 1 0 9 1 - 9.00 0 0 0 0 0
List A 8 8 4 219 38 54.75 5.76 2 0 1 0 0
FC 0 0 0 0 0 - - 0 0 0 0 0

Last updated: 2024-08-07

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