Laney returns to captain 2nd XI in Trophy semi

Hampshire have named a strong squad for the semi-final of the 2nd XI Trophy match at Stamford Bridge, near York when they will play Yorkshire on Monday (August 12th).

Jason Laney, who was recalled to the first XI for the Championship clash at Old Trafford this week, returns to lead the seconds and takes John Francis, Alex Morris and James Tomlinson from the 12 in Manchester with him.

Yorkshire, winners of the North group with four victories and one defeat (three games were abandoned) tackle the South West champions - four wins and two defeats being Hampshire's record.

Uxbridge hosts the other semi-final with Middlesex hosting Kent.

Hampshire team: Jason Laney (capt), John Francis, Alex Morris, Lawrence Prittipaul, James Adams, Chris Benham, Iain Brunnschweiler (w-k), James Hamblin, Irfan Shah, James Tomlinson, James Schofield, Ian Hilsum (12th man).