A left-arm fast bowler, he had the ability to bowl at speeds of 150 km/h. Nannes had moderate success in the domestic first-class and one-day tournaments, leading to a stint with English county side Middlesex during the 2008 season.
As a left-arm fast bowler, Nannes could deliver the ball at velocities of up to 150 km/h. His performance in domestic first-class and one-day matches was satisfactory enough to earn him a spot with English county team Middlesex for the 2008 season.