Somerset pressures Nottinghamshire with eight-wicket win over Essex

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Last updated Aug 23, 2026

Somerset pressures Nottinghamshire with eight-wicket win over Essex

Summary

Somerset secured an eight-wicket victory against Essex in the County Championship at home, requiring only 19.2 overs to chase down a target of 102 on day four. Tom Lammonby finished not out on 39, while Jack Leach took 5 for 81, ending with nine wickets in the match. This win places Somerset just two points behind Nottinghamshire, who lead the Division One table. Essex struggled in their second innings, unable to withstand Leach's spin. Somerset will look to maintain their momentum in their upcoming fixtures.

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Key Details

•Somerset beat Essex by eight wickets in the County Championship.
•Somerset reached 102 runs in 19.2 overs on day four.
•Tom Lammonby finished with 39 not out.
•Jack Leach took 5 wickets for 81 runs in the match.
•Somerset is now two points behind Nottinghamshire in the standings.

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Somerset ramped up the pressure on County Championship Division One leaders Nottinghamshire with an eight-wicket victory at home against Essex.
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