SEAN LONGSTAFF had fans calling for him to play for England’s cricket team after footage of him getting a wicket emerged.
The Newcastle midfielder plays for Tynemouth Cricket Club in Preston Ave.
Sean Longstaff’s incredible wicket went viral online[/caption]
The Newcastle midfielder plays for Tynemouth Cricket Club[/caption]
Longstaff bowled right-arm medium-pace for their first 11 against Felling CC – and got a batter out LBW in front.
Tynemouth went on to win the match – scoring 210 in the first innings and Felling CC were bowled out for just 71.
Longstaff’s wicket did the rounds on social media – leaving fans calling for him to play for England against India next week.
One said: “Free for Lords next week?”
Another added: “Worthy of an England call up”
One joked: “Any chance he’s free for a trip to Lords next week?”
Another said: “Better than our current bowlers.”
Longstaff is listed as a bowler on Tynemouth’s website and he has made four appearances for the first 11 this season.
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On the pitch, Longstaff helped Newcastle qualify for the Champions League last season.
The 27-year-old made 32 appearances as the Magpies also won their first piece of silverware for 70 YEARS.
Eddie Howe‘s Newcastle beat Liverpool 2-1 in the Carabao Cup final.
