Category Archives: Gareth Batty

What the Foakes! Surrey keeper ruled out after bowling injury

Posted on April 30, 2026 by insidecroydon

HOOK’S SHOT: The county side’s pre-season high expectations fell flat on a succession of flat wickets in the opening month, writes MARCUS HOOK PLUS: England women’s T20 World Cup call-up for teenager Corteen-Coleman  While Surrey continue to pull in the … Continue reading →

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Surrey’s September title heartbreak has been a real motivator

Posted on March 25, 2026 by insidecroydon

HOOK’S SHOT: The wickets have been rolled, the stumps varnished and bats oiled with linseed. From his seat in The Oval Long Room, MARCUS HOOK, pictured right, looks ahead to the cricket season Good Friday sees the start of the … Continue reading →

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Flipping Norah: Batty’s new tricks make a difference, even at 38

Posted on September 16, 2016 by insidecroydon

HOOK SHOT: Ahead of Surrey’s one-day final showdown at Lord’s tomorrow, MARCUS HOOK interviews the skipper about the season and his recall to the England Test squad Surrey are back at Lord’s tomorrow for the final of the Royal London … Continue reading →

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