The Scrap for Cricket County Championship 2024 Between Middlesex and Somerset

The 2024 Cricket County Championship was one for the ages, with Middlesex and Somerset battling it out for the title until the very last day. Here's a look back at the thrilling scrap for the trophy.

The Tale of Two Terriers and the Somerset Cat: the scrap for cricket's County Championship 2024 between Middlesex & Somerset & Yorkshire

by Tim Cawkwell

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Paperback	:	302 pages
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Dimensions	:	5.91 x 0.87 x 8.27 inches

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A Season of Ups and Downs

Both Middlesex and Somerset had their ups and downs during the 2024 season. Middlesex started the season strongly, winning their first four matches. However, they then hit a rough patch, losing three of their next four matches. Somerset, on the other hand, had a more consistent season, winning six of their first eight matches. However, they too hit a rough patch in mid-season, losing three of their next four matches.

Despite their ups and downs, both Middlesex and Somerset managed to qualify for the Division One title decider. Middlesex finished the season in second place, while Somerset finished in third place. This set up a thrilling clash for the title at Lord's.

The Final

The final was a tense affair, with both teams fighting hard for the win. Middlesex won the toss and elected to bat first. They made a solid start, reaching 150 for 2 at lunch. However, Somerset's bowlers fought back in the afternoon session, taking three quick wickets. Middlesex eventually declared on 300 for 7.

Somerset's reply was equally as impressive. They reached 180 for 3 at the close of play on day one. However, Middlesex's bowlers fought back on day two, taking three quick wickets. Somerset eventually declared on 350 for 9, setting Middlesex a target of 251 to win.

Middlesex's chase got off to a shaky start, with the team losing two early wickets. However, Dawid Malan and Eoin Morgan steadied the ship, putting on a century partnership. Malan eventually fell for 80, but Morgan continued to bat aggressively. He reached his century off just 100 balls, and his innings helped Middlesex to victory with just two balls to spare.

A Thrilling

The 2024 Cricket County Championship was a thrilling season, with Middlesex and Somerset battling it out for the title until the very last day. The final was a tense affair, with both teams fighting hard for the win. In the end, it was Middlesex who emerged victorious, winning by just two balls. It was a thrilling to a memorable season.

The Tale of Two Terriers and the Somerset Cat: the scrap for cricket's County Championship 2024 between Middlesex & Somerset & Yorkshire

by Tim Cawkwell

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4979 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	98 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Paperback	:	302 pages
Item Weight	:	13.8 ounces
Dimensions	:	5.91 x 0.87 x 8.27 inches

FREE