Sunday, 8 June 2025

Hudson-Prentice returns on loan


The return of Fynn Hudson-Prentice, on loan for four matches initially, is a shrewd piece of work by Mickey Arthur.

He doesn't play a part in the the T20 side at Sussex, but will be an enhancement to Derbyshire, without doubt. With injuries biting, you get a genuine all-rounder of undoubted quality.

He and Matt Critchley have been badly missed since both moved down south and the return of Fynn should be welcomed by all supporters.

People might put two and two together and come up with an unusual answer, but he is contracted to Sussex until the end of next season. He has also played in all of their first class matches, scoring runs and taking wickets. Having moved down to Brighton to be closer to his family, I think it unlikely he would move back on a permanent basis, even if Sussex were willing to release him.

But let's enjoy his return back to the county where he established himself as a county cricketer and proved to be a very popular member of the squad.

Welcome back, FHP!

2 comments:

  1. The general reaction from Sussex fans seems to be one of bemusement that a) he's not getting a game in the T20 b) they've let him out on loan.

    Good news for us, hopefully its not too late for us to at least be competitive this year.

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  2. I personally think it's an odd move to bring in a player whose own county don't regard as good enough to play t20.
    It's a bit of a kick in the teeth for Reece and Dal who could do a job in this format.
    Having said that I wish him all the best and hope he does well.

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