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Lategan: Worcestershire's new batting star learns fast
19 May
Summary
- 19-year-old Daniel Lategan is Worcestershire's top scorer.
- He averages 39 with 431 runs and three half-centuries.
- Lategan successfully faced Jimmy Anderson in a recent match.
Worcestershire's head coach, Alan Richardson, has praised the development of opening batter Daniel Lategan. The 19-year-old South Africa-born player is currently leading the team in runs scored within the County Championship's second division.
Lategan has accumulated 431 runs across 11 innings, maintaining an average of 39. His performance includes three half-centuries and several other substantial scores, highlighting his consistent contribution. He recently played a crucial role in Worcestershire's draw against Lancashire, notably facing bowling legend Jimmy Anderson.
Richardson emphasized that Lategan is continuously learning and improving his skillset while gaining invaluable experience. The coach noted the young batter's frustration at being dismissed but stressed that successfully navigating challenges against world-class bowlers like Anderson is a significant positive step in his burgeoning career.
