Sydney Thunder all-rounder Daniel Sams has spoken for the first time since his horrific clash against Cameron Bancroft. Daniel Sams posted on his Instagram handle: “Thanks for all the well wishes over the last couple of days.

“Sydney Thunder players Daniel Sams and Cameron Bancroft will both be released from hospital this afternoon, following injuries sustained in last night’s exciting victory over the Perth Scorchers at Optus Stadium,” the club wrote.

Daniel Sams was taken off the pitch on a stretcher on Friday, after a nasty collision with teammate Cameron Bancroft during a Big Bash League game. The Sydney Thunder pair were in action against the Perth Scorchers when they chased the same ball,