Former Worthing and Billingshurst seamer takes first Leicestershire wicket

Former Worthing and Billingshurst cricketer Will Fazakerley took his first wicket for Leicestershire this afternoon.
Will Fazakerley bowling for Billingshurst. Picture by Steve Robards SR1512008Will Fazakerley bowling for Billingshurst. Picture by Steve Robards SR1512008
Will Fazakerley bowling for Billingshurst. Picture by Steve Robards SR1512008

The Guernsey all-rounder, making his Leicestershire debut, trapped England international Chris Jordan lbw for 34.

Fakerley signed a professional deal with Leicestershire last summer and was today handed his first senior appearance in his side's County Championship Division 2 clash with Sussex at Arundel.

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Fazakerley was once on the books of Sussex, before sealing a switch to Leicestershire last year.

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