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Somerset Dismantle Durham Inside Two Days to Tighten Title Race

Somerset’s bowlers ran through Durham in under two days to put their title hopes on firmer footing in the County Championship.

Overview

  • Jack Leach claimed six for 63 as Somerset bowled Durham out for 190 in their second innings at Taunton.
  • Off-spinner Archie Vaughan supported the attack with four for 85 to dismantle Durham’s batting lineup.
  • Somerset reached the 86-run target in 19.2 overs despite Callum Parkinson’s four for 39.
  • The match saw 22 wickets fall on the opening day, underscoring the bowler-friendly conditions.
  • Somerset’s rapid win secured maximum bonus points and strengthened their position as the championship enters its decisive final phase.