“I think one of the strongest characteristics of our team is that we can find our way in most conditions. We’re used to a bit of seam movement and a bit of swing traditionally at our home ground so, if we do find ourselves batting first and there is a bit of movement, there won’t be alarm bells ringing. We know how to go about things in that manner and likewise, if there is a bit of assistance there, then our bowlers can use it.”
Did you know?
Durham have hit 257 boundary fours in this year’s competition, 34 more than any other team. Warwickshire have hit 174 fours, the ninth most. Durham have hit 32 sixes, Warwickshire 18.
Team News
Overseas players John Hastings and Varun Aaron are both unavailable, with Hastings involved in the T20 Champions League with Chennai Super Kings and Aaron ineligible. Graham Onions, who played in the 2007 trophy win, is sidelined with an abdominal injury whilst Jamie Harrison will have a knee operation on Wednesday.
Durham Squad
23. Mark Stoneman (captain)
19. Phil Mustard
16. Scott Borthwick
38. Ben Stokes
5. Paul Collingwood
1. Keaton Jennings
24. Gordon Muchall
70. Gareth Breese
29. Paul Coughlin
22. Chris Rushworth
14. Calum MacLeod
17. Ryan Pringle
18. Michael Richardson
Peter Chase