MattDavies published Samit Patel handed 'more responsibility' after impressive start...

Samit Patel is set to be handed the chance to cement himself as Nottinghamshire's number three after a promising performance at Durham. The England all-rounder, 32, has spent his career in the middle order, but was promoted last week as Notts won by nine wickets, with Patel hitting 45 and an unbeaten 10. The move saw Michael Lumb come in at five and he contributed to victory with 33 in the first innings as Notts recovered from seven for three. Head coach Peter Moores credited captain Chris...