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Steelbacks stun holders Somerset in Vitality Blast semi
18 Jul
Summary
- Northamptonshire Steelbacks defeated Somerset by 17 runs.
- Steelbacks were bowled out for 143 in the semi-final match.
- Somerset failed to chase the moderate total, ending at 126/9.
Northamptonshire Steelbacks have advanced to the Vitality Blast final after a 17-run victory over holders Somerset in the first semi-final. The Steelbacks were dismissed for 143 in 19.2 overs, with Jake Ball taking four wickets for 17 runs and Riley Meredith claiming three for 21.
In response, the Steelbacks' bowlers restricted Somerset to 126 for nine. While Will Smeed offered resistance with 49 runs, crucial wickets were taken by David Willey and Ben Sanderson. Somerset's chase faltered, losing early wickets and struggling to regain momentum. They ultimately fell short of the target.
The Steelbacks will compete in the final against either Notts Outlaws or Hampshire. This match marks another opportunity for a team to win the Blast title, as no team has successfully retained it in the competition's 24-year history.
