Andrew Flintoff’s son, Rocky Flintoff, has been named within the England U19s ODI squad for the primary time for his or her collection towards Sri Lanka this summer season.
The 16-year-old has impressed not too long ago taking part in for the Lancashire’s 2nd XI, making a maiden century towards Warwickshire at Edgbaston, ending with a complete of 116 runs.
The sturdy knock towards Warwickshire got here after a strong half-century towards Durham in simply his second sport for the aspect, for whom he has performed for simply thrice.
Rocky made his debut for Lancashire’s 2nd XI towards Yorkshire earlier this 12 months simply after his sixteenth birthday and has batted alongside his older brother Corey of their line-up.
Luc Benkenstein, son of Lancashire head coach Dale Benkenstein, will captain the England U19s throughout the collection.
England Males U19s coach Mike Yardy stated: “Now we have chosen an thrilling squad for the collection, with a mix of some gamers who’re presently taking part in within the Vitality Blast and a few youthful gamers for whom it will likely be their first time in an U19s squad.
“As always, it’s a great opportunity for the players to perform in an England U19 shirt and to experience international cricket.”
Andrew Flintoff is presently a part of the teaching arrange for England’s T20 World Cup marketing campaign, which continues on Thursday June 13 after they tackle Oman from 7.30pm, reside on Sky Sports activities.
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