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Northants claim fifth T20 Blast win, edge past Durham by seven runs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 6, 2026, 9:26 PM

Last updated Jun 6, 2026

Northants claim fifth T20 Blast win, edge past Durham by seven runs
Summary

Northamptonshire secured their fifth consecutive victory in the T20 Blast by defeating Durham by seven runs at the Banks Homes Riverside on June 6, 2026. Northants scored 145-9, with Justin Broad contributing 36 runs. In response, Durham managed 138-8, with Ben McKinney's 33 leading their innings. Northants' bowlers excelled, particularly James Sales, who clinched two wickets and successfully defended 14 runs in the final over. The victory further solidifies Northamptonshire's top position in the Central and West Group.

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  • •Northants scored 145-9, Broad top-scoring with 36 runs.
  • •Durham finished their innings at 138-8, McKinney scoring 33.
  • •Sales took 2-10 and defended 14 runs in the final over.
  • •Northants maintains an unbeaten record in the T20 Blast this summer.
  • •Match held at Banks Homes Riverside, Chester-le-Street.
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  • 9:26 PMYahoo Sports — Northants beat Durham for fifth straight T20 Blast win
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Northants defend 145-9 to beat Durham and claim their fifth straight win of this season's T20 Blast.

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