Somerset

The defending champions enter uncharted territory as they attempt to become the first side to retain the T20 Blast trophy in the competition's revamped format.

Somerset's quest for victory over Sussex was thwarted by rain at Taunton, with the visitors escaping defeat despite being forced to follow on.

Teenage seamer Tom Norton claimed a sensational hat-trick on his Championship debut, becoming the youngest player to achieve the feat for Glamorgan as they fought back against Somerset.

Joe Root's unexpected bowling heroics helped Yorkshire secure a dramatic 75-run victory over Somerset, despite conceding a significant first-innings deficit.

Tom Abell's masterful unbeaten century proved decisive as Somerset claimed a dramatic two-wicket victory over Hampshire to preserve their flawless County Championship start.

James Rew's outstanding form continues as Somerset edge closer to victory over Hampshire, needing 148 runs with seven wickets remaining.

Nick Gubbins finally converted a promising start into a meaningful score as Hampshire turned the tables on Somerset at the Utilita Bowl.

Craig Overton delivered a captain's masterclass as Somerset crushed Essex by 10 wickets at Chelmsford, wrapping up victory with more than four sessions to spare.

Craig Overton delivered an exceptional captain's performance as Somerset crushed Essex by 10 wickets with more than four sessions remaining.

Craig Overton delivered a captain's performance for the ages as Somerset crushed Essex by 10 wickets in just three days at Chelmsford.

Josh Shaw claimed three wickets on his Somerset debut as Essex crumbled to 149 all out, before Craig Overton's aggressive half-century helped the visitors establish a crucial first-innings advantage.

The defending County Championship holders showed their mettle to secure a hard-fought draw at Taunton despite Somerset's aggressive declaration.