More Pro40 Misery For Warwicks

Last updated : 01 September 2007 By Covsupport
Wariwckshire needing to win their Pro40 game against Lancashire in order to stave off relegation went down to a five wickets defeat.

Warwickshire who have signed Spin Bowler Ant Botha from Derbyshire batted first. Opener Neil Carter hit 92 off 44 balls whilst Tim Ambrose added 31 as The Bears closed on 253-7.

Unfortunately, Lancs hit back against the seven bowlers used by Darren Maddy. Gareth Cross made made 76,Horton 47 and Laxman 50 as they beat the total with five wickets and one ball to spare.

Warwicks remain second bottom of the table and travel to Northampton tomorrow for a game which has a 12.45pm start.