Milton Keynes cricketer who scored first century aged 15 selected to represent England at Over-60s World Cup
A cricketer from Milton Keynes has been selected to represent England at this year’s Over-60s World Cup.
Temoor Alam, who played for New Bradwell, has been chosen to feature as part of England’s 16-man squad for the tournament, which is being held in Mississauga, Canada, in August.
Cricket has been part of Temoor’s life for around 50 years, after he started playing the sport in his native Pakistan aged 11.
Temoor scored his first century at the age of 15, before moving to England in 1983, where his first club was Chesham Cricket Club, located in Buckinghamshire.
After moving north and playing the sport semi-professionally, Temoor moved to Milton Keynes in 1996 and played for New Bradwell in the Four Counties Cricket League.
In May 2004, he broke the league record scoring 215 not out, which remains the highest individual score in the league’s history.
Another memorable achievement in the league for Temoor came when he scored 40 runs off a single over, part of a run of form that saw him score 474 runs in three innings without being dismissed.
Temoor told the Citizen at the time: “I have no idea where this run of form has come from. I just go to the crease and let it happen.”
Temoor received his first call-up to the England 60s squad last summer, scoring 50 runs on his debut against Australia during the Grey Ashes series.
He was selected for the squad following what the England 60s described as ‘an extensive trial process.’
This process included a two-day training camp at Loughborough University, attended by 150 players from across the country, and an intra-squad match.
Speaking about his selection Temoor told the Citizen: “At the age of 60, I feel incredibly honoured to wear the England shirt and represent my country in a World Cup.
“It is the proudest moment of my cricket career and the reward for more than 45 years of dedication, hard work and commitment to the game.
“I have always believed that age should never be a barrier to achieving your goals. With determination, discipline and a love for what you do, it is possible to continue competing and enjoying sport at the highest level.
“I hope my story encourages people of all ages to stay active, believe in themselves and never give up on their ambitions.
“None of this would have been possible without the support of my family, friends, teammates, coaches and everyone who has encouraged me throughout the years.
“As I prepare to travel to Canada, I will proudly wear the Three Lions and do my very best to help England achieve success in the tournament.”
England will be looking to improve on their runners-up finish during their maiden over-60s World Cup appearance two years ago in India.