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Man on a mission: Chris Lynn jogs purposefully in training at Wantage Road. (Photograph courtesy of NCCC)

Blast Countdown Exclusive: Chris Lynn – “I want to get Wantage Road pumping”

THE BIG INTERVIEW: Chris Lynn speaks exclusively to The Steeler about his return to Northamptonshire, his past success at Wantage Road and ties to the local community. He also opens up about last year’s Finals Day semi-final defeat to Hampshire, and his excitement about his new role guiding younger Steelbacks in this year’s Vitality Blast.

20.05.26, 14:57 Updated 20.05.26, 17:41

Jeremy Blackmore

Jeremy Blackmore

Chris Lynn arrived early to acclimatise before his stint in this year’s Vitality Blast. If the chill winds blowing across a blustery Northampton were a shock to the system after downtime on the beach in Australia, he has settled quickly back into life in the town.

It’s clear this is more than just another T20 gig.

Lynn played here in 2022 and 2023 and clearly feels at home as he reconnects with friends and fans. Excited to be back, he recounts chatting to supporters during everyday stops at Magee Street Bakery and says he has been busy catching up on the Saints’ Premiership rugby challenge.

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Jeremy Blackmore

Jeremy Blackmore is the founder and editor of The Steeler. Jeremy is a freelance cricket writer and Wantage Road regular. He has written extensively for a host of publications including The Cricketer, The Cricket Paper, Wisden Cricket Monthly and ESPNcricinfo. He also covers Northamptonshire for the ECB Reporters Network.

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