Benkenstein scores 140, leads Essex to narrow win over Glamorgan
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
On August 7, Essex secured a thrilling victory over Glamorgan as Benkenstein scored 140 runs. Despite a valiant effort from van der Gugten, who remained not out on 118, Glamorgan fell just short in their chase. Mackenzie Jones played a crucial role in defense, successfully holding off Glamorgan's attack in the final over. The match showcased intense lower-order heroics from Glamorgan, who looked poised for a strong finish but could not clinch the win.
- •Benkenstein scored 140 runs for Essex.
- •van der Gugten remained not out on 118 for Glamorgan.
- •Essex won the match on August 7.
- •Mackenzie Jones defended six runs in the final over.
- •Glamorgan showed strong lower-order resilience.
- 7:15 PMESPNcricinfo — Benkenstein 140 trumps van der Gugten 118* as Essex sneak thriller
"Glamorgan fall agonisingly short after lower-order heroics as Mackenzie Jones defends six off last over
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