Glamorgan finishes sixth in Division One for first time

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Glamorgan finishes sixth in Division One for first time
Summary

Glamorgan completed the season with a rain-affected draw against Essex, securing a sixth-place finish in the Championship. Captain Kiran Carlson expressed relief at avoiding relegation, noting the team's struggles in September after earlier successes. Coach Richard Dawson aims to improve the team's ruthlessness for next season, as several veteran players retire, creating opportunities for younger talents.

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  • •Glamorgan ends the season with a rain-hit draw against Essex.
  • •Kiran Carlson led the team as their top run-scorer with 942 runs.
  • •Coach Richard Dawson emphasizes the need for more consistency in future matches.
  • •Glamorgan faces significant player turnover with three veterans retiring.
  • •The team aims to improve their T20 and four-day performances in the next season.
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  • 4:03 AMYahoo Sports — Glamorgan welcome best ever Division One finish
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Glamorgan captain Kiran Carlson says the team "would have bitten your hand off" at the start of the year to finish sixth in the Championship's top flight.

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