Durham Strengthen Quarter-Final Hopes with 30-Run Blast Win over Notts

Durham's impressive performance in the Vitality Blast continued as they secured a comfortable 30-run victory over Nottinghamshire Outlaws at the Seat Unique Riverside. The win strengthens Durham's chances of reaching the quarter-finals, while Notts remain rooted at the bottom of the North group.

After being put in to bat, Durham struggled initially, losing three wickets for 106. However, Ashton Turner (44*) and Callum Parkinson (3-15) played pivotal roles in guiding the hosts to a competitive 160 for six. Turner and Ben Raine (23*) forged a crucial partnership of 54 runs, with Raine hitting the first six of the night in the penultimate over.

Nottinghamshire's chase started promisingly, but Durham's bowlers, led by Parkinson, applied relentless pressure. Parkinson claimed three wickets, including the key scalps of Joe Clarke and Ben Slater, while Raine removed the dangerous Matthew Montgomery.

Despite a late flurry of fours from Montgomery, Durham's bowlers maintained their discipline, with Nathan Sowter and Ackermann picking up crucial wickets. The Outlaws were eventually restricted to 130 for nine, handing Durham their sixth win of the season.

Turner's unbeaten 44 and Parkinson's three-wicket haul were the standout performances for Durham. The hosts now sit in the top four with two games remaining, while Notts' hopes of reaching the knockout stages are fading.

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