England

Arron Lilley

Born: April 01, 1991, Tameside, Lancashire

Arron Lilley bio

Arron Mark Lilley is an English cricketer known for his prowess as an offspinning all-rounder. While he has primarily been used as a T20 specialist, Lilley has shown glimpses of his talent in other formats as well. Born and raised in England, Lilley began his cricket journey at a young age.

Lilley started his professional career with Lancashire, where he quickly made an impact. In 2015, he played a pivotal role in helping Lancashire win the NatWest Blast, their first limited-overs trophy in 16 years. Throughout the season, Lilley, along with spinner Stephen Parry, formed a lethal combination, stifling opponents with their economical bowling. Lilley’s ability to consistently keep the runs in check proved crucial on slow surfaces.

From the beginning, Lilley exhibited an uncanny ability to spin the ball at a remarkable pace, which even drew comparisons to his illustrious predecessor, “Flat Jack” Simmons. After joining Lancashire’s Academy in 2011, Lilley made his mark by contributing to the Second XI Trophy win in 2012, taking an impressive 19 wickets. The following season saw his standing grow as his bowling continued to impress in limited-overs matches. Despite occasional opportunities in the longer format, Lilley’s county predominantly viewed him as a short-format specialist.

Following his successful stint with Lancashire, Lilley moved on to Leicestershire. At his new club, his versatility as a T20 player was recognized and utilized to the fullest. Though primarily known for his offspin, Lilley’s ability to strike the ball long distances saw him being deployed as a pinch-hitter in the top three batting positions. He even managed a quickfire 30-ball 66 against Nottinghamshire and later achieved a career-best knock of 69 from just 45 deliveries against Durham. These excellent performances helped Leicestershire reach the Blast quarter-finals in the respective seasons.

In 2018, after spending six seasons with Lancashire, Lilley was released. Despite playing only 14 first-class matches during his time with the club, he showed promise with two half-centuries and two five-wicket hauls. However, the limited opportunities in the longer format prompted Lilley to seek new horizons. He signed a white-ball contract ahead of the 2021 season, highlighting his dedication to excelling in T20 cricket.

Arron Lilley’s contribution to English cricket extends beyond the field. His commitment to the sport and passion for improving his skills have earned him recognition as a talented player. With his ability to spin the ball at an impressive pace and his powerful stroke play, Lilley continues to be a dynamic asset to any team he represents.

As Lilley’s career progresses, there is no doubt that he will continue to leave his mark on the cricketing world. With his skills honed and his determination unwavering, Arron Mark Lilley is set to become a prominent figure in English cricket in the years to come.

Arron Lilley career stats

Batting stats

Batting Matches Innings Nos Runs High score Ave BF SR 100s 50s 4s 6s Ct St
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FC 16 20 5 444 63 29.6 503 88.27 0 2 55 9 5 0
List A 36 26 2 471 60 19.62 417 112.94 0 1 46 15 15 0
T20s 127 98 11 1764 99* 20.27 1200 147 0 5 178 70 62 0

Bowling stats

Bowling Matches Innings Balls Runs Wkts BBI BBM Ave Econ SR 4w 5w 10w
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T20Is - - - - - - - - - - - - -
ODIs - - - - - - - - - - - - -
FC 16 29 2721 1428 43 5/23 6/151 33.2 3.14 63.2 1 2 0
List A 36 25 852 801 21 4/30 4/30 38.14 5.64 40.5 1 0 0
T20s 127 83 1268 1601 50 3/26 3/26 32.02 7.57 25.3 0 0 0

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