Bears recall Hannon-Dalby early from Pears loan

Olly Hannon-Dalby passed 400 first-class wickets during his short stay with Worcestershire [Getty Images]

Warwickshire have recalled seamer Olly Hannon-Dalby early from his loan spell with neighbours Worcestershire.

The 36-year-old initially joined the Pears on a two-week deal at the start of April before it was extended to another four County Championship games covering matches against Kent, Northamptonshire, Durham and Lancashire.

But Hannon-Dalby has returned to Edgbaston and has been named in Warwickshire's squad for their game at home against Yorkshire, starting on Friday.

The right-armer took 11 wickets in his four appearances for Worcestershire at an average of 30.36 with a best of 4-45 in the win against Middlesex at Lord's.

He was initially brought in by the Pears amid the uncertainty over Beyers Swanepoel's availability but the South African all-rounder eventually arrived at New Road, making his debut in the innings victory over Kent and has picked up seven wickets in his two matches.

Worcestershire, fourth in Division Two, take on leaders Durham at New Road, starting on Friday, with England Test captain Ben Stokes making his return after injury for the visitors.