Leicestershire edges Notts to secure One-Day Cup final spot
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 6:45 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Leicestershire defeated Notts Outlaws by 23 runs in the One-Day Cup semi-final at Grace Road, securing a place in the final against Middlesex. Hamza Shaikh scored a pivotal 104 runs, guiding Leicestershire to a total of 303-7. Notts struggled in their chase, finishing at 280 all out, with McCann top-scoring at 64 runs. The victory marks Leicestershire's second final appearance in four years, aiming for another title after their success in 2023. The final will take place at Trent Bridge.
- •Leicestershire scores 303-7 in semi-final match.
- •Hamza Shaikh registered 104 runs for Leicestershire.
- •Notts Outlaws managed 280 all out in response.
- •Alex Green took 4 wickets for Leicestershire.
- •Final scheduled against Middlesex at Trent Bridge.
- 6:45 PMBBC Sport — Foxes beat Notts to reach One-Day Cup final
"Leicestershire reach a second One-Day Cup final in four years as they overcome Notts Outlaws by 23 runs in their semi-final at Grace Road.
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