Somerset Disabled CC D40 claim local derby win at the CACG
Somerset County Cricket Club were pleased to host Somerset Disabled CC D40 at the Cooper Associates County Ground recently.
The team produced an excellent all-round performance, beating Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation D40 by 108 runs in their National Disabled Cricket League D40 Pursuit fixture.
After winning the toss, Gloucestershire elected to field, but Somerset made the most of the opportunity, posting an impressive 284 for five from their 40 overs.
Nick Dean led the way with an excellent 76 from 92 balls, hitting 11 fours, while Oli Dobrijevic continued the momentum with a superb 75 from just 61 balls, including 10 fours and a six.
Zach Webber then added another outstanding contribution, making 76 from 50 balls, with eight fours and a six, as Somerset accelerated towards a commanding total finishing on 284 for five.
Hamish Haseler was the pick of the Gloucestershire bowlers, claiming five wickets for just 30 runs from 7.5 overs.
In reply, Gloucestershire struggled to build momentum against a disciplined Somerset bowling attack. Joe Hooper produced an outstanding spell, taking four wickets for just eight runs from his eight overs, including four maidens. James Redwood also bowled superbly, taking two wickets for 18 runs.
Gloucestershire’s best resistance came from Oliver Sutton and Henry Clelland, who both scored half-centuries, making 51 and 55 respectively. However, regular wickets from the Somerset attack ensured that Gloucestershire were restricted to 176 for eight from their 40 overs.
Somerset therefore secured an impressive 108-run victory, with a strong batting display followed by an excellent bowling and fielding performance.
The result was a fantastic reward for the team and highlights the strength and depth of Somerset’s D40 squad.
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