Edavalath and D'Oliveira help Worcestershire lead against Gloucestershire

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Last updated Aug 21, 2026

Edavalath and D'Oliveira help Worcestershire lead against Gloucestershire

Summary

Rahaan Edavalath scored a career-best 63 and Brett D'Oliveira added an unbeaten 49 as Worcestershire reached 205-7 in their second innings against Gloucestershire at Cheltenham on day two. Replacing injured wicketkeeper-batsman Gareth Roderick, Edavalath played a pivotal role, sharing a 79-run partnership with D'Oliveira. Worcestershire is now 55 runs ahead after Gloucestershire's first innings of 150. Bad light halted play with 18 overs remaining in the day.

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•Worcestershire leads with 205-7, 55 runs ahead of Gloucestershire.
•Edavalath's 63 is his first Championship appearance of the season.
•D'Oliveira remains not out at 49 as play ended due to bad light.
•Gloucestershire was bowled out for 150 in their first innings.
•Ben Allison achieved a career-best 5-19 for Worcestershire.

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Injury replacement Rahaan Edavalath's career-best 63, backed by Brett D'Oliveira, helps Worcestershire forge a lead over Gloucestershire.
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