Finch set for T20 cricket return

Aaron Finch will make his long awaited return to cricket this Thursday after a hamstring injury sidelined the powerful opening batsman for seven weeks.

Finch required surgery on a torn hamstring he suffered while completing a quick single for the Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League in April.

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Finch pulling up injured in India // BCCI

The 28-year-old will make his return in two T20 matches for Yorkshire 2nd XI against Northamptonshire at the Shaw Lane ground on Thursday, before suiting up with the Jason Gillespie’s Yorkshire Vikings against the Steelbacks at Headingley on Sunday.

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Finch launching one for Yorkshire last season // Getty Images

Australia’s T20 captain scored 256 runs in 10 games for the Vikings last year, and says he’s looking forward to playing this week.

“I’m in a good place and can’t wait to help the side out,” Finch said.

“I’ve had a couple of nets and I’m feeling good.

“I will play the two T20 matches arranged at Barnsley on Thursday and I’m hoping I can hit the ground running.

“It is great to be back at Yorkshire. I’ve missed being with the boys.

“This is a great club that breeds winners.

“The environment is very positive and hopefully my contributions with the bat will help the club continue to prosper.” 

Watch: Finch on Gillespie