Local Ollie Price was in destructive form, finishing with 253 not out for Gloucestershire in their win against Lancashire. Naturally, this achievement represents an important pinnacle in his long career. He is now the only third batsman in the club’s 174-year history to hit a double-century against Lancashire. His record-breaking innings came at the County Ground in Bristol and helped steer Gloucestershire to a massive total of 589-8.
Price had to work hard, facing an impressive 358 balls to reach his landmark score. His innings showcased his skill and determination, as he struck 28 boundaries, expertly finding gaps in the field while maintaining a steady pace. The 21-year-old’s innings is a reminder of just how high the ceiling is when it comes to his potential. He now ranks alongside the likes of legends such as Charlie Barnett and Wally Hammond who notched double-centuries against Lancashire.
The day started with Price continuing to prove a handful for his opponents’ bowlers as he moved past 150 and stayed that way by tea. He reached his hundred with a single off Tom Bailey. He scored 265 in 208 balls, hitting 14 fours in the process. At lunch, he was 114 not out, and that calmness would be a foreshadowing of what was to come in his career-making innings.
Price’s stellar performance was truly magnified by his tremendous synergy with fellow competitor Miles Hammond. Collectively, they racked up an astounding 203 runs on the ground. Later, their collaboration would prove essential. In the last hour of play Price and Zaman Akhter at last went on the offensive, taking a beating as they torch the leggy Lancashire bowlers to every corner of the ground.
The public evening session quickly morphed into an upbeat send-off for Price. He completed his double-century and cemented his place as an indispensable member of the side for Gloucestershire. It’s key to point out that Ollie’s bro, Tom Price, didn’t have quite the happy ending. Sadly, Turner sent him off very early in the game.
Ollie Price keeps her clean slate of 253 runs with an average of 253. With this remarkable accomplishment, he has etched his name into Gloucestershire cricket history and provided a standard for future generations of players to strive for. His IPL showings alluded to his talent and work ethic, hinting at thrilling prospects for a future cricketing career.
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