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Somerset, Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire battle for County Championship title

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Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Somerset, Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire battle for County Championship title
Summary

Somerset, Nottinghamshire, and Warwickshire compete closely for the 2026 County Championship with just five points separating them. As the final two matches approach, Somerset leads the pack with six wins, while Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire have five victories each. Key matches include Nottinghamshire facing Sussex and Somerset hosting Yorkshire on September 15. All teams are striving for crucial points as rain and bonus points could influence the title race outcomes. Somerset aims to capture its first championship title after numerous near misses since 2001.

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By the Numbers
  • •Somerset leads the standings with six wins this season.
  • •Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire each have five victories.
  • •Final matches on September 15 include Nottinghamshire vs. Sussex.
  • •Somerset aims to break a long-standing championship drought.
  • •Bonus points and weather conditions may impact final standings.
Latest Updates
  • 12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Somerset and Notts chase history, Bears also in hunt
  • 12:43 PMBBC Sport — Somerset and Notts chase history, Bears also in hunt
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Somerset, Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire are separated by just five points with two matches of the 2026 County Championship to go.

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Somerset, Nottinghamshire and Warwickshire are separated by just five points with two matches of the 2026 County Championship to go.

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