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Somerset's title chase falters as Stokes shines for Durham

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Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Somerset's title chase falters as Stokes shines for Durham

Summary

In a crucial County Championship match, Somerset is struggling against Yorkshire, currently at 73-3 chasing a target of 287 runs. Dom Bess played a key role for Yorkshire, scoring 77 and helping to set the challenging target. Meanwhile, Ben Stokes recorded his first five-wicket haul at Chester-le-Street since 2014, taking 6-94 for Durham against Worcestershire, who scored 448. As the matches progress, both the title race and relegation battle remain tense.

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By the Numbers

•Somerset chasing 287 runs against Yorkshire at 73-3.
•Dom Bess scored 77, setting a challenging target for Somerset.
•Ben Stokes took 6-94 in Durham's match against Worcestershire.
•Worcestershire posted 448 runs, leading Durham by 178 at day's end.
•Warwickshire's win places them at the top of Division One.

What they're saying

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Dom Bess dented the Rothesay County Championship title hopes of old club Somerset after he struck 77 for Yorkshire to set a tricky final-day victory target of 287.
— Sky Sports

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