The Blaze remain on course for treble after winning against Somerset

The Blaze strengthened their position in the Women's One-Day Cup after defeating Somerset by six wickets at Trent Bridge. Sarah Bryce and Emma Jones both posted unbeaten half-centuries to guide the Nottingham-based side to the target with 11.3 overs remaining. Somerset was previously dismissed for 192, with spinner Lucy Higham claiming four wickets. This victory keeps The Blaze at the top of the standings with a five-point lead over Hampshire. Other results in the league included Surrey securing a 118-run victory against Essex, while Hampshire defeated Yorkshire by seven wickets and Lancashire finished three runs ahead of Durham. The Blaze must now face second-placed Hampshire in Southampton on 9 September, needing one win from their final two group matches to guarantee a place in the tournament final.

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