Durham needs four runs to complete victory over Gloucestershire

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Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Durham needs four runs to complete victory over Gloucestershire
Summary

Durham faces Gloucestershire in the final stages of their County Championship match at Chester-le-Street. After dominating with a total of 384 runs in their first innings, Durham leads Gloucestershire, who scored 137 and then 250, by only needing four runs on day four. Kasey Aldridge played a crucial role, finishing with nine wickets in the match. Play has been hampered by bad light, preventing Durham from batting to chase the remaining runs.

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  • Durham resumes needing four runs to win the match.
  • Aldridge took nine wickets in the match, contributing significantly.
  • Durham scored 384 in their first innings, leading by 247.
  • Gloucestershire was bowled out for 250 in their second innings.
  • Bad light halted play, delaying the chase for Durham's target.
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  • 6:01 PMYahoo SportsDurham need four runs to beat Gloucs on final day
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Division Two leaders Durham will need four runs on the final day to beat Gloucestershire.

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