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Essex's Critchley and Pepper lead team to Blast quarter-finals

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 8:27 PM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Essex's Critchley and Pepper lead team to Blast quarter-finals
Summary

Essex secured a place in the quarter-finals of the T20 Blast with a decisive performance against Surrey. Legspinner Critchley took three wickets, effectively restricting Surrey's batting, while opener Pepper scored an unbeaten 71 runs, contributing significantly to Essex's total. This result places Essex in strong contention as they continue their campaign in the tournament.

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  • •Essex qualifies for T20 Blast quarter-finals.
  • •Critchley takes three wickets against Surrey.
  • •Pepper scores an unbeaten 71 runs.
  • •Match impacts Essex's standing in the tournament.
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  • 8:27 PMESPNcricinfo — Essex ride Critchley, Pepper efforts into Blast quarter-finals
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Legspinner ties down Surrey with three-for before opener's unbeaten 71 seals points

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