Wayne Madsen hit an unbeaten 86 from 44 balls versus Notts Outlaws at Trent Bridge and is the Falcons’ in-form batsman heading into the reverse fixture at The 3aaa County Ground on Friday 4 August; 7pm start.
Madsen’s knock included ten fours and four sixes as Derbyshire were narrowly defeated by 5 runs in a record-breaking NatWest T20 Blast attempted chase by the Falcons.
Derbyshire’s score of 222-5, chasing 228 to win, was the highest total by the Falcons when batting second and an innings symptomatic of improved batting performances in the competition.
In total, Madsen has hit five scores of 40 or above, including an unbeaten 49 versus Leicestershire Foxes in Derbyshire’s seven-wicket win with six overs to spare.
The Falcons head into back-to-back NatWest T20 Blast fixtures against Yorkshire Vikings at Headingley on Thursday; 6.30pm start, followed by the visit of local rivals Notts Outlaws on Friday 4 August; 7pm start.
Derbyshire will be looking for revenge on Friday night at The 3aaa County Ground, and tickets are still available. Supporters can save £4 by purchasing their matchday tickets in advance of the day of the game, while further discounts are available for group bookings of 10+.
Derby County’s opening Sky Bet Championship fixture versus Sunderland will be shown live on screens in the 3aaa Pavilion during the match. The bar will be open.
The NatWest T20 Blast fixtures versus Notts Outlaws is an all-ticket fixture and Members who wish to attend the match will need to claim their tickets in advance, at no extra charge.
Tickets are selling fast and the Club are encouraging all Members to claim their matchday tickets early to avoid disappointment. Only Members with a valid matchday ticket will be able to gain entry on the day.
Tickets can be claimed;
Derbyshire Falcons vs Notts Outlaws
Friday 4 August; 7pm
The 3aaa County Ground
NatWest T20 Blast is back this July and August. Save £4 by purchasing your matchday tickets in advance. While further discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. Buy online today to secure your place and save.
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