Founded in 1864, Lancashire Cricket Club is among England’s most storied teams, representing the county in first-class cricket and T20 Blast. Their home ground, Old Trafford, has been the stage for several historic cricketing moments. In white-ball tournaments, they compete as Lancashire Lightning, demonstrating their strength in the shorter formats. The club has built a rich legacy, consistently making its mark in both domestic and international cricket arenas.
Lancashire has been a key contender in the T20 Blast since its inception in 2003. The club celebrated its first title victory in 2015, a milestone in their limited-overs journey. That season, Steven Croft led with the bat, scoring 548 runs in 17 innings—the highest by any Lancashire player in a single campaign. James Faulkner dominated with the ball, claiming 25 wickets, a record for the team. With a strong cricketing tradition, Lancashire remains a powerhouse in domestic competitions.
Team Info
| Team Name | Lancashire |
| Established | 1864 |
| Home Ground | Old Trafford Cricket Ground |
| T20 Blast Group | North Group |
| T20 Blast Titles Won | 1 |
| T20 Blast 2024 Result | Quarter-Final |
| Captain | Keaton Jennings |
T20 Blast Past Season Performances
Since 2003, Lancashire’s T20 Blast journey has seen both setbacks and strong performances. They began with a Group-Stage exit in the opening season but progressed to the Semi-Finals in 2004 and finished as Runners-Up in 2005. After an early exit in 2006, they rebounded to reach the Semi-Finals again in 2007. From 2008 to 2010, they consistently reached the Quarter-Finals, followed by another Semi-Final appearance in 2011. Their most memorable moment came in 2015 when they secured their first title.
Steven Croft had an outstanding 2015 season, scoring 548 runs—the highest by a Lancashire batter in a single T20 Blast campaign—while James Faulkner set a team record with 25 wickets. The 2017 season was their most disappointing, finishing seventh in their group. Since then, their performances have varied, with appearances in the Group-Stage, Quarter-Finals, and Semi-Finals till 2024. Despite the fluctuations, Lancashire remains a strong competitor, regularly reaching the knockout stages and staying in contention for the title.
| T20 Blast Season | Standing |
| 2003 | Group-Stage |
| 2004 | Semi-Final |
| 2005 | Runner-Up |
| 2006 | Group-Stage |
| 2007 | Semi-Final |
| 2008 | Quarter-Final |
| 2009 | Quarter-Final |
| 2010 | Quarter-Final |
| 2011 | Semi-Final |
| 2012 | Group-Stage |
| 2013 | Quarter-Final |
| 2014 | Runner-Up |
| 2015 | Winner |
| 2016 | Group-Stage |
| 2017 | Group-Stage |
| 2018 | Semi-Final |
| 2019 | Quarter-Final |
| 2020 | Semi-Final |
| 2021 | Quarter-Final |
| 2022 | Runner-Up |
| 2023 | Quarter-Final |
| 2024 | Quarter-Final |
Lancashire Top Run-Scorers (2024 Season)
Lancashire’s 2024 T20 Blast journey ended in the Quarter-Finals. Skipper Keaton Kent Jennings led the team’s run charts, accumulating 278 runs across 10 innings. Despite managing just one half-century, he maintained an impressive strike rate of 158.85 and averaged 30.88. His best knock of the season was a 64-run effort. Though his contributions were valuable, Lancashire fell short of progressing further in the competition, concluding their campaign with a spirited yet unfulfilled quest for the title.
Lancashire Top Wicket-Takers (2024 Season)
Christopher James Green emerged as Lancashire’s top wicket-taker in the 2024 T20 Blast, claiming 14 wickets across 11 innings. He maintained a solid economy rate of 7.41 while averaging 21.00 with the ball. His most impressive spell of the season saw him pick up 4/12, showcasing his ability to dismantle opposition line-ups. Despite the team’s journey ended in the Quarter-Finals, Green’s consistent performances played a crucial role in Lancashire’s campaign.
Lancashire T20 Blast Record at Old Trafford
Lancashire has showcased strong performances in the Vitality Blast at their home ground, Old Trafford, from 2003 to 2024. Out of 115 matches played, they claimed victory in 84 games while losing 28, with three matches ending in a tie. Their win/loss ratio stands at an impressive 3.000. The team’s highest total at the venue is 231, while the lowest is 83. In the 2024 T20 Blast season, Lancashire played six matches at Old Trafford, securing five wins and suffering just one defeat.
- Matches Played – 115
- Won – 84
- Lost – 28
- W/L Ratio – 3.000
- Tie/NR – 3/0
- Highest Score – 231
- Lowest Score – 83
