Glen Chapple

English cricketer with Lancashire

Glen Chapple - English cricketer with Lancashire
Born

January 23rd, 1974
51 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

England

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An accomplished cricketer represented Lancashire County Cricket Club for many years. Played primarily as a right-arm fast-medium bowler and right-handed batsman. Achieved significant success in domestic cricket and contributed to the team's overall efficacy. Captained Lancashire, leading the team to multiple triumphs in domestic competitions. Retired from professional cricket in 2012 after a long and distinguished career.

Captained Lancashire to County Championship titles

Played over 400 matches for Lancashire

Took more than 800 wickets in first-class cricket

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