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Somerset Win T20 Blast After Record-Breaking Run Chase

Somerset secured victory over Hampshire at Edgbaston in the T20 Blast final by comfortably reaching the target with six wickets in hand, completing a record-breaking chase of 195 runs.
Somerset needed 195 runs, the highest target ever chased in a T20 Blast final, after Hampshire posted 194 for six under challenging conditions including earlier rain.
Will Smeed anchored Somerset's innings with an outstanding 94 off 58 balls, supported by Sean Dickson's 33 not out and captain Lewis Gregory's decisive hitting.
Smeed expressed his joy at finally succeeding after a season of effort, emphasizing Somerset's clear roles and strong commitment throughout the competition.
Somerset secured their third Vitality Blast trophy and second title in three years, continuing a period of success and denying Hampshire a record fourth Blast win.

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Will Smeed the hero as Somerset win English T20 Blast final with record chase

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Smeed the hero as Somerset wins English T20 Blast final with record chase

Will Smeed was the star as Somerset chased down a record-breaking 195 to beat Hampshire in English cricket’s T20 Blast final at Edgbaston on Saturday.

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Somerset win Vitality Blast after beating Hampshire in final

Will Smeed struck a brilliant 58-ball 94 in the final.

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Somerset win T20 Blast after record-breaking run chase

Will Smeed's 94 set Somerset on their way before captain Lewis Gregory smashed them over the line

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Somerset pull off record run chase to beat Hampshire in T20 Blast final

A fabulous Finals Day was decided by Somerset chasing down a record total to lift their third Blast title with captain Lewis Gregory swatting the winning runs with a six into the Hollies Stand to crush Hampshire by six wickets.

2 days ago·London, United Kingdom

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