Chris Green ruled out for season with fractured thumb; return agreed for 2027
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:05 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Chris Green is out for the rest of the season after suffering a fractured thumb while playing for Lancashire in the T20 Blast. This injury occurred during a defeat to Leicestershire, forcing him to return home early. Green, who has taken 38 wickets this season, expressed disappointment over ending his stint prematurely but confirmed he will return to Lancashire in 2027. The club is now considering options for a replacement overseas player. Lancashire's upcoming match against Yorkshire will see the return of Luke Wood from the IPL.
- •Chris Green ruled out for the remainder of the T20 season due to injury.
- •Green fractured his thumb during a match against Leicestershire.
- •He has been a significant contributor with 38 wickets this season.
- •Lancashire will explore options for a replacement overseas player.
- •Luke Wood returns from the IPL for the match against Yorkshire.
- 4:05 PMYahoo Sports — Injury ends Green's season but Lancs return is agreed
"Lancashire lose all-rounder Chris Green ruled out for the rest of their campaign after the Australian suffers a fractured thumb.
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