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Glamorgan's dominance in the Metro Bank One Day Cup continued as they secured an emphatic eight-wicket victory over Nottinghamshire Outlaws at the Gnoll in Neath. Career-best performances from Andy Gorvin and Eddie Byrom propelled Glamorgan to their third consecutive win in the competition.Nottinghamshire's batting lineup struggled against Glamorgan's disciplined bowling attack. Gorvin led the charge with a remarkable 5-for-56, while Jamie McIlroy and Dan Douthwaite chipped in with two wickets each. The Outlaws were restricted to 274 for 9, with Haseeb Hameed's 89 being the only significant contribution.Glamorgan's chase was a stark contrast to Notts' struggles. Byrom and Will Smale forged a solid opening partnership of 103, setting the platform for a comfortable victory. Byrom went on to score an unbeaten 123, while Colin Ingram contributed 103 to guide Glamorgan home with ease.The victory solidifies Glamorgan's position at the top of Group B, ahead of Warwickshire on net run rate. The Outlaws, on the other hand, remain winless after three matches.Glamorgan's bowlers set the tone for the match, restricting Notts to a modest total. Gorvin's accuracy and variations proved too much for the Outlaws' batsmen, while McIlroy and Douthwaite provided excellent support.Byrom and Ingram's partnership was a masterclass in batting. They punished anything short and took full advantage of the small boundaries at the Gnoll. Byrom's unbeaten century was his highest score in List A cricket, while Ingram's hundred was his 10th in the format.Glamorgan's victory is a testament to their depth and quality. They have now won all three of their matches in the Metro Bank One Day Cup and will be confident of continuing their winning streak in the upcoming fixtures.

Glamorgan's dominant performance at the Kia Oval propelled them to a resounding seven-wicket victory over Surrey in their Metro Bank One-Day Cup encounter. The Welsh county's bowlers orchestrated Surrey's downfall, restricting them to a meager 121 runs in just 34 overs.Jamie McIlroy and Timm van der Gugten exploited the favorable conditions, claiming three early wickets to leave Surrey reeling at 11 for 3. Ben Foakes emerged as Surrey's lone beacon of resistance, scoring a valiant 44, but his efforts proved futile as Glamorgan's bowlers continued to chip away at the Surrey batting lineup.Dan Douthwaite's double-wicket over further dented Surrey's hopes, while Andy Gorvin and Ben Kellaway also contributed with two wickets apiece. Kellaway's switch from right-arm spin to slow left-arm proved particularly effective, as he dismissed Conor McKerr with a skidding delivery.In response, Glamorgan's openers, Eddie Byrom and Will Smale, provided a solid foundation with a 43-run partnership. Byrom's quickfire 28 set the tone for Glamorgan's chase, while Colin Ingram's unbeaten 39 from 26 balls sealed the victory in emphatic fashion.Glamorgan's comprehensive triumph marks their second consecutive win in the One-Day Cup, while Surrey's defeat leaves them winless after two matches. The Welsh county's bowling prowess and clinical batting performance have established them as early contenders in the competition.

Glamorgan's nail-biting 27-run victory over Gloucestershire in the Metro Bank One Day Cup was a testament to the resilience and determination of the Welsh county. Despite a shaky start, Glamorgan rallied behind a brilliant half-century from Ben Kellaway and a superb bowling performance from Dan Douthwaite to secure their first win of the tournament.After winning the toss and electing to bat, Glamorgan found themselves in early trouble as Gloucestershire's bowlers exploited the seam movement on offer. Openers Josh Shaw and Ajeet Singh Dale made the most of the conditions, dismissing Will Smale and Eddie Byrom cheaply. However, a 49-run partnership between Kiran Carlson and Billy Root provided some stability before both batsmen fell in quick succession.With Glamorgan reeling at 99 for 5, it was left to Kellaway and debutant Asa Tribe to rebuild the innings. Kellaway played a crucial role, hitting a composed 65 not out to guide his team to a respectable total of 187 for 8. His partnerships with Tribe, Douthwaite, and Timm van der Gugten were vital in ensuring Glamorgan batted the full allocation of overs.Gloucestershire's chase began in a similar fashion to Glamorgan's innings, with Van der Gugten and Jamie McIlroy claiming early wickets. However, James Bracey's brilliance kept the visitors in the contest. The former England keeper played a lone hand, scoring a magnificent 86 off 79 balls.With Gloucestershire needing just 31 runs from the final six overs, the match seemed to be slipping away from Glamorgan. However, Douthwaite and Andy Gorvin combined to trigger a dramatic collapse. Douthwaite dismissed Bracey for 86, while Gorvin claimed three wickets in quick succession. Gloucestershire were eventually bowled out for 160, handing Glamorgan a thrilling victory.Douthwaite's four-wicket haul and Gorvin's three-wicket burst were crucial in securing the win for Glamorgan. Kellaway's half-century and the contributions of Tribe, Douthwaite, and Van der Gugten were also instrumental in the victory.

Glamorgan's Vitality Blast campaign ended on a record-breaking high as they crushed Somerset by 120 runs, thanks to a magnificent century from captain Kiran Carlson.Carlson's blistering 135 from just 64 balls propelled Glamorgan to a mammoth 243 for four, the highest total of the 2024 Blast. Somerset's chase crumbled under the weight of Marnus Labuschagne's devastating spell, as the Australian all-rounder claimed five wickets for 11 runs, including a triple-wicket maiden.Glamorgan's innings got off to a flying start, with Carlson and Will Smale putting on a destructive opening partnership of 169. Carlson reached his half-century in just 28 deliveries, while Smale notched his first professional half-century.Carlson's century was the first in T20 cricket for Glamorgan, while Smale's six off Riley Merideth was a testament to the hosts' aggressive approach. The partnership was eventually broken when Smale was caught by Sean Dickson off Ben Green.Colin Ingram joined Carlson and kept the run rate soaring, but Carlson's innings came to an end in the 18th over when he was caught by Tom Abell off Merideth. Chris Cooke's cameo of 16 was ended by an impressive boundary catch by Craig Overton, while Ingram was run out off the final ball for 21.Somerset's chase started brightly, but Timm van der Gugten quickly dismissed Tom Banton and Tom Kohler-Cadmore. George Thomas' wicket to 20-year-old off-spinner Kellaway left Somerset on 66 for three, matching Glamorgan's powerplay score.Runs continued to flow for Somerset, but wickets kept falling. Dickson and Abell got starts before Labuschagne's introduction into the attack triggered a collapse. The Australian took the wickets of Abell, Merideth, and Overton in quick succession, before completing his five-wicket haul with the dismissals of Jack Leach and Josh Davey.Somerset were eventually bowled out for 123, giving Glamorgan a resounding 120-run victory. Despite their impressive performance, Glamorgan finished sixth in the South Group, while Somerset qualified for the quarter-finals.

Glamorgan's Marnus Labuschagne showcased his all-around brilliance as they secured a comfortable 13-run victory over Kent Spitfires in a rain-shortened Vitality Blast encounter at Canterbury.Despite a delayed start due to inclement weather, Glamorgan posted a competitive 145 for 6 from their allotted 13 overs. Labuschagne led the charge with an unbeaten 50 off just 26 deliveries, peppering the boundary with six fours and two sixes. Will Smale (18 off 8) and Colin Ingram (26 off 13) also contributed valuable runs.Kent's chase was hampered by a slow start and the loss of early wickets. Sam Billings top-scored with 33 off 17 balls, but the Spitfires struggled to keep up with the required run rate of over 11 per over.Labuschagne's economical bowling proved crucial for Glamorgan. He conceded only 14 runs in his two overs, including the wicket of Marcus O'Riordan. Timm van der Gugten also impressed with two wickets in the 11th over, extinguishing Kent's hopes of a comeback.The victory was a consolation for Glamorgan, who had already been eliminated from quarter-final contention. Kent, on the other hand, endured a disappointing campaign, finishing bottom of the South Group.

Gloucestershire's Jack Taylor led his team to a resounding 121-run victory over Glamorgan in a Vitality Blast encounter at Cheltenham. Taylor's blistering unbeaten 80 from 35 balls, featuring seven sixes and four fours, propelled Gloucestershire to a formidable 206 for 6.Cameron Bancroft (44) and James Bracey (31) provided a solid foundation with a 64-run partnership for the second wicket. Beau Webster's 33 in a rapid 63-run stand with Taylor further boosted the home side's total.Glamorgan's chase faltered from the outset, as they were bowled out for a mere 85 in 15.5 overs. David Payne's exceptional bowling figures of 3 for 7 from three overs set the tone, while Tom Smith and Josh Shaw contributed with 3 for 33 and 2 for 7 respectively.Taylor's innings was a masterclass in power-hitting, as he smashed the Glamorgan bowlers to all parts of the ground. His 24-ball 50 and 19 runs off the final over ensured Gloucestershire's dominance.Glamorgan's top order crumbled under the pressure, with only Colin Ingram (20) offering any resistance. The visitors' powerplay yielded a meager two boundaries, and they never recovered from the early setbacks.Gloucestershire's victory keeps their quarter-final hopes alive, as they remain in fifth place in the South Group. They must now defeat Middlesex in their final game and hope Essex loses to Hampshire to qualify for the knockout stages.

Middlesex emerged victorious in their Vitality Blast encounter against Glamorgan, securing a six-wicket triumph in a rain-affected match at Cardiff. The contest was reduced to 10 overs per side, with Luke Hollman's exceptional bowling and crucial runs from Leus du Plooy and Martin Andersson proving decisive for Middlesex.Glamorgan's innings got off to a promising start, with openers Will Smale and Kiran Carlson amassing 27 runs in the powerplay. However, Hollman's devastating spell turned the tide, claiming four wickets in quick succession. Experienced batters Chris Cooke and Marnus Labuschagne fell victim to Hollman's accuracy, leaving Glamorgan reeling at 51 for 6.Despite Timm van der Gugten's late surge, Glamorgan could only muster 88 for 9 from their allotted overs. Mason Crane's unbeaten 18 provided some solace for the home side, but it was ultimately an underwhelming total.Middlesex's chase began with a solid opening partnership between du Plooy and Andersson. They accumulated 55 runs in the powerplay, putting their team in a commanding position. Du Plooy's dismissal for 28 brought Jack Davies to the crease, but he and Andersson departed in quick succession.With Middlesex needing 14 runs from the final two overs, Hollman's towering six off Labuschagne brought them within sight of victory. Despite Jamie McIlroy's late wicket, Joe Cracknell's boundary sealed the win for Middlesex with three balls to spare.Glamorgan's hopes of progressing in the competition now hang in the balance, as they will need to win all their remaining fixtures and rely on favorable results elsewhere. For Middlesex, despite this victory, qualification may be out of reach, as they can only accumulate a maximum of 13 points.

Glamorgan's impressive form in the Vitality Blast continued as they secured a 26-run victory over Essex at Cardiff, marking their second consecutive win in the tournament.After being invited to bat first, Glamorgan posted a competitive total of 182 for eight, with Colin Ingram leading the charge with a top score of 47. Marnus Labuschagne and Chris Cooke provided valuable support, contributing 30 and 38 runs respectively.Essex's chase got off to a promising start as Adam Rossington and Paul Walter forged an 83-run partnership. Walter was particularly impressive, scoring 53 runs off just 33 deliveries. However, the introduction of Labuschagne and Mason Crane into the attack proved decisive.Labuschagne and Crane's legspin wizardry stifled Essex's momentum, claiming five wickets between them. Rossington fell for 43, while the middle order struggled to keep up with the required run rate.Timm van der Gugten had earlier made a significant impact with the ball for Glamorgan, claiming three early wickets to leave Essex reeling at 27 for three. His dismissal of Dean Elgar, Michael Pepper, and Robin Das put Essex on the back foot.Despite Walter's heroics, Essex were eventually bowled out for 156, falling well short of the target. Glamorgan's bowlers maintained excellent discipline throughout the innings, with van der Gugten, Labuschagne, and Crane sharing the spoils.The victory consolidates Glamorgan's position in the Vitality Blast standings, while Essex's hopes of progressing to the knockout stages have suffered a setback.

Glamorgan's dominant batting performance propelled them to a resounding 24-run victory over Sussex Sharks in the Vitality Blast at Hove. The visitors amassed a formidable total of 235 for 6, their third-highest in the competition's history, thanks to a blistering start and crucial contributions throughout the innings.Kiran Carlson led the charge for Glamorgan, smashing a career-best 87 off just 47 deliveries. The Glamorgan captain plundered nine fours and three sixes, setting the tone for his team's aggressive approach. Will Smale (33) and Tom Bevan (36) provided valuable support, while Colin Ingram (24) maintained the momentum in the latter stages.Sussex's bowling attack struggled to contain Glamorgan's onslaught, with only Tymal Mills (4-29) offering any resistance. Mills, who is now the competition's leading wicket-taker with 19 scalps, claimed four wickets in the second half of the innings, including the prized scalp of Carlson.In response, Sussex got off to a promising start with Daniel Hughes (74) leading the charge. The Australian left-hander struck four fours and four sixes in his 38-ball knock, but his efforts were not enough to match Glamorgan's imposing total.Mason Crane made an immediate impact for Glamorgan, dismissing Tom Clark and James Coles in his first three deliveries. John Simpson (24) and Hughes shared a brief partnership, but the required run rate proved too daunting.With the rain delay reducing Sussex's target to 79 from 28 deliveries, the Sharks' hopes were effectively extinguished when Hughes holed out to deep backward-square. Glamorgan's bowlers held their nerve in the final overs to secure a comfortable victory.