Stokes shines with six wickets as Worcestershire fights back against Durham
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 5:41 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

Ben Stokes recorded his best bowling figures in nine years with 6-94 as Worcestershire restricted Durham to 161-6 in their second innings at Chester-le-Street on day three. Durham scored 465 in their first innings, led by Mayank Agarwal's 177, while Worcestershire managed 458 in reply, bolstered by Adam Hose's century. After saving the follow-on, Worcestershire's bowlers took control, with debutant George O'Connor shining by dismissing Agarwal and Stokes. Durham leads by 178 runs with four wickets remaining, as both teams aim for critical points in the Division Two standings.
- •Worcestershire reached 458 in response to Durham's 465.
- •Ben Stokes' 6-94 highlights his strong return to form.
- •George O'Connor took key wickets on his first-class debut.
- •Durham leads by 178 runs with four wickets intact.
- •Match remains ongoing with both teams fighting for points.
- 5:41 PMYahoo Sports — Stokes takes six but Pears hit back against Durham
"Ben Stokes record his best bowling figures in nine years before Worcestershire take six wickets to leave Durham reeling.
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