Clarke recovers Notts while Warks limits Glamorgan on day one

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Clarke recovers Notts while Warks limits Glamorgan on day one
Summary

Round 12 of the County Championship began today across nine venues with mixed results due to weather and performance. Clarke stabilized the innings for Notts against Hants, while Warks restricted Glamorgan's scoring output. No play occurred between Sussex and Surrey following rain interruptions. Other scheduled fixtures include Leics against Somerset and Yorks against Essex. The standings show Somerset holding a four-point lead over Notts and five points over Warks. Matches resume tomorrow with additional fixtures featuring Derbys against Kent, Durham against Middx, Lancs against Glos, and Worcs against Northants. Durham enters its fixture against Middx with a chance to secure promotion, though the team will compete without Ben Stokes.

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  • Clarke provided a recovery for Notts during the match against Hants.
  • Warks limited Glamorgan on the opening day of play.
  • Rain prevented any play between Sussex and Surrey.
  • Somerset currently leads Notts by four points and Warks by five points.
  • Durham needs a victory over Middx to confirm promotion.
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