Joe Clarke becomes first player over 1,000 runs in 2026 County Championship

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Joe Clarke becomes first player over 1,000 runs in 2026 County Championship
Summary

Joe Clarke scored an unbeaten 146 for Nottinghamshire against Warwickshire, reaching 1,000 runs in the 2026 County Championship. The match at Edgbaston saw Nottinghamshire at 299-7, after rain affected play. Warwickshire has yet to bat, and both teams face potential interruptions due to further rain forecasted. Clarke's innings included a partnership of 72 runs for the sixth wicket with Lyndon James, who contributed 32 runs.

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  • Clarke becomes first player to reach 1,000 runs this season.
  • Nottinghamshire is currently 299-7 in their innings.
  • Match interrupted by rain; Warwickshire has yet to bat.
  • Clarke's innings includes three centuries this season.
  • The sixth-wicket partnership added 72 runs before James was dismissed.
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Nottinghamshire's Joe Clarke hits his third ton of the season against Warwickshire to become the first player past 1,000 County Championship runs in 2026.

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