Keith Barker took his career best figures for Hampshire before the innings had come to a close on Monday at the Ageas Bowl. He claimed seven of the first eight Nottinghamshire wickets to fall, boasting the ridiculous numbers of 7-46 off his first 20 overs. Barker’s story is a fascinating one, coming late to the game of cricket after playing as a professional footballer for Blackburn Rovers, appearing on loan for Cercle Brugge and Rochdale. Hampshire had been bowled out for 226 on day one in this Division One County Championship fixture, but Notts failed to build on their bowling performance as they found themselves 155-9 after 52 overs.
7. Yes, 7! 😱
Career best figures for Barker now 👏 Notts 115-7, 111 behind.
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