Gloucestershire batters regroup against Worcestershire in County Championship

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Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Gloucestershire batters regroup against Worcestershire in County Championship
Summary

On day three of the County Championship Division Two match at Cheltenham, Gloucestershire staged a notable recovery against Worcestershire. They reached 248-3 in response to Worcestershire's first-innings total of 267, led by half-centuries from Ollie Price, who scored 63 not out, and Miles Hammond, who made 57. The home side now holds a 131-run lead with seven wickets remaining in their second innings. Worcestershire's Brett D'Oliveira top-scored in their first innings with 83 runs. Gloucestershire's effort included a vital 113-run partnership between Price and Hammond, bringing them back into the contest after trailing significantly. The match continues with signs that the pitch may favor spinners on the final day.

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  • Gloucestershire score 248-3 in second innings at Cheltenham
  • Ollie Price and Miles Hammond lead with 63* and 57 runs
  • Worcestershire set first innings score of 267, led by D'Oliveira's 83
  • Gloucestershire holds a 131-run lead with seven wickets remaining
  • Match continues with spin expected to play a role on final day
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  • 7:34 PMYahoo SportsGlos batters fight back hard against Pears
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Half-centuries from Ollie Price and Miles Hammond bring Gloucestershire back into their County Championship match with Worcestershire.

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