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Nottinghamshire Outlaws' Ben Slater and Rob Lord starred in a dominant performance against Surrey in the Metro Bank One-Day Cup. Slater's blistering 164 and Lord's impressive 5 for 45 led Notts to a commanding 107-run victory.Slater, taking advantage of Guildford's short boundaries, unleashed a barrage of nine sixes and 12 fours in his List A best innings. His 119-ball knock, alongside Jack Haynes' fluent 86, formed a formidable 187-run partnership, setting a new List A second-wicket record for Notts against Surrey.Surrey's chase was hampered by Lord's exceptional bowling. The young seamer, making his second senior appearance, showcased his talent with a devastating spell, claiming five wickets. Only Dom Sibley (72) provided resistance for Surrey, while tailender Conor McKerr's late fireworks (71 off 36) proved futile.Notts' total of 378 for 6 was their highest in List A matches against Surrey. Haseeb Hameed, Lyndon James, and Matthew Montgomery contributed valuable runs, while Tom Moores' unbeaten 24 ensured a challenging target.Surrey's response began promisingly with Patel and Sibley adding 66 for the first wicket. However, Moores' stunning catch to dismiss Ben Geddes proved pivotal. Rory Burns, Ben Foakes, and Cameron Steel fell in quick succession, leaving Surrey reeling.Sibley's departure in the 31st over effectively ended Surrey's hopes. Lord continued his impressive display, claiming Josh Blake's wicket two overs later. McKerr and Nathan Barnwell briefly threatened with a 71-run stand, but James and Luke Fletcher wrapped up the innings, securing Notts' third win in Group B.

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.

Nottinghamshire Outlaws emerged victorious in their Metro Bank One-Day Cup clash against Yorkshire Vikings, securing an 83-run triumph at the picturesque Welbeck Cricket Club ground.The Outlaws' innings got off to a shaky start, with Ben Coad's superb bowling claiming three early wickets. However, Lyndon James stepped up with a valiant 76, hitting 10 fours and a six to rescue Notts from a precarious 60 for 5. Liam Patterson-White's 38 also provided valuable support.Yorkshire's chase began promisingly, but Brett Hutton's exceptional bowling proved too much to handle. Hutton claimed six wickets for just 38 runs, including the prized scalp of Coad, who had earlier impressed with both bat and ball.The Vikings' top order crumbled under Hutton's relentless pressure, with only skipper Haseeb Hameed (32) offering any resistance. Yorkshire's middle order also failed to make an impact, as James Wharton and Matthew Revis fell cheaply.With the score at 53 for 8, Coad and Leech attempted to salvage the situation, but James' bowling proved too strong. Coad was caught behind for 31, while Leech was bowled for 21, handing Notts a comprehensive victory.James' all-round performance earned him the Player of the Match award, while Hutton's six-wicket haul cemented his status as the match's standout bowler.

Birmingham Bears' dominance in the Vitality Blast continued as they crushed Nottinghamshire Outlaws by nine wickets at Trent Bridge. The Bears' victory was built on a remarkable bowling performance that saw them dismiss the Outlaws for a paltry 57, their lowest total in the competition's history.The Outlaws' batting woes began in the powerplay, with George Garton and Zak Foulkes claiming three wickets. However, it was the Bears' spinners who wreaked havoc, with Jake Lintott, Moeen Ali, Dan Mousley, Danny Briggs, and Jacob Bethell sharing seven wickets.Nottinghamshire's only bright spot was a wicket for Afghan left-arm seamer Fazalhaq Farooqi, who made his debut for the county. However, the writing was on the wall from the outset, as the Outlaws collapsed to 16 for 4 in the powerplay.The Bears' batters made light work of the chase, reaching their target in just 32 balls. Rob Yates led the way with an unbeaten 35, hitting four fours and two sixes. The victory extended the Bears' winning streak to six matches and gave them an eighth win overall.In contrast, the Outlaws' hopes of retaining their title are fading fast. With only two wins from 10 matches, their only goal now is to avoid finishing bottom of the group.

Nottinghamshire Outlaws emerged victorious in a thrilling Vitality Blast encounter against Derbyshire Falcons at Trent Bridge, avenging their earlier defeat at Derby. The eight-run triumph keeps Notts' hopes of reaching the quarter-finals alive, despite their challenging start to the season.Joe Clarke, still seeking his maiden half-century of the campaign, led the Outlaws' batting charge with a brisk 47 off 28 deliveries. Tom Moores (31 off 27) and Matt Montgomery (28 not out off 31) provided valuable contributions in the latter stages, setting a target of 174 for the Falcons.Derbyshire's response was spearheaded by Aneurin Donald's blistering 26-ball 52 and Wayne Madsen's steady 40 off 35. However, the Outlaws' bowlers, led by New Zealand quick Ben Lister (2 for 24), maintained a disciplined performance, ensuring that the Falcons fell short of their target.The match was not without its controversies. Clarke was initially given out caught at short third man but stood his ground, arguing that the ball had not been cleanly taken. After a heated exchange with the umpires, he was eventually persuaded to leave the field.The Falcons' chase began promisingly, with Donald's explosive hitting propelling them to 70 for 1 in the powerplay. However, Liam Patterson-White's superb spell, which included the wicket of Donald, swung the momentum in Notts' favor.Madsen kept the Falcons in contention with a defiant 40, but Ross Whiteley's dismissal off Lister and Patel's unfortunate run-out left them needing 19 runs from the final six balls. The Outlaws held their nerve, securing an eight-run victory and keeping their slim hopes of qualification alive.

Nottinghamshire Outlaws finally broke their losing streak in the Vitality Blast, edging out Worcestershire Rapids by a nail-biting one run under the Duckworth-Lewis Method at Visit Worcestershire New Road.After a dismal start to their campaign, the Outlaws' bowlers put in a disciplined performance to restrict the Rapids to a modest 141 for 6 on a tricky pitch. Alex Hales then anchored the chase with an unbeaten 50, guiding his side to a narrow victory.Worcestershire's innings got off to a shaky start as Ben Lister dismissed Brett D'Oliveira and Josh Cobb in quick succession. Matthew Waite's dismissal left the Rapids reeling at 27 for 3. Ethan Brookes' departure further dented their hopes, but Nathan Smith and Adam Hose steadied the ship with a 69-run partnership.However, Lyndon James broke the stand, removing Smith for 35. Hose battled on to make 43, but his dismissal in the penultimate over left Worcestershire with a daunting task.Nottinghamshire's chase began cautiously, with Tom Taylor removing Joe Clarke early on. Hales took charge, smashing two sixes off Josh Cobb to put his side ahead of the Duckworth-Lewis target. Hayden Walsh briefly threatened with two wickets, but Hales' power-hitting proved decisive.The Outlaws' victory was a much-needed boost after a disappointing start to the season. Worcestershire, on the other hand, suffered their third consecutive defeat.

Lancashire Lightning extended their impressive start to the 2024 Vitality Blast North group campaign with a comfortable six-wicket victory over Nottinghamshire Outlaws at Trent Bridge. The Outlaws, who entered the match with the worst record in the competition, were unable to match the Lightning's dominance, despite a valiant effort from Liam Patterson-White.Choosing to bat first, the Outlaws struggled to gain momentum against the disciplined bowling of Lancashire's Chris Green, who claimed two wickets for just 16 runs in his four overs. Jack Haynes top-scored for the home side with 45, but two run outs and a lack of partnerships hindered their progress. Patterson-White, making his debut in the format, provided a late spark with an unbeaten 44 from 21 balls, but it proved insufficient.Lancashire's chase began with a shaky start as both openers were dismissed cheaply. However, Keaton Jennings, the Lightning captain, steadied the innings with a composed 64, guiding his team towards victory. Jennings reached his half-century from 41 balls, setting the platform for a comfortable chase.Despite the introduction of Patterson-White's left-arm spin, Lancashire continued to chip away at the target. Tom Bruce was dismissed for 22, but Matty Hurst and Steven Croft ensured there were no further hiccups. Hurst finished unbeaten on 33, while Croft contributed 19 as Lancashire reached their target with nine balls to spare.The Outlaws' defeat marked their fifth consecutive loss in the competition, while Lancashire extended their winning streak to three matches. The Lightning's victory was a testament to their depth and experience, while the Outlaws will need to find a way to turn their fortunes around if they are to avoid a disappointing campaign.

Derbyshire Falcons soared to a resounding 96-run victory over Nottinghamshire Outlaws in a Vitality Blast North Group clash at Derby, marking their first T20 triumph over their local rivals in nine years.Wayne Madsen's scintillating 53 off 32 deliveries and Ross Whiteley's explosive 46 off just 16 propelled the Falcons to a formidable 198 for 6. Daryn Dupavillon then wreaked havoc on the Outlaws' top order, reducing them to a precarious 36 for 4.Whiteley continued his impressive performance with the ball, claiming 3 for 23 as the Outlaws crumbled to a dismal 102 all out in 16.4 overs. The victory marked the Falcons' second win in the group, while the Outlaws suffered their fourth consecutive defeat.The match began promisingly for the visitors, with Aneurin Donald dismissed for a duck. However, David Lloyd ignited the Falcons' innings with a six off Ollie Stone. Cam Fletcher, making his debut, contributed three boundaries before Lloyd and Fletcher departed in quick succession.Samit Patel briefly threatened with a six against his former club, but his dismissal left the Falcons at 76 for 4. Brooke Guest survived a dropped catch on 9, and Madsen and Whiteley seized the opportunity to dominate the innings.Madsen reached his half-century off 29 balls before departing for 53. Whiteley took over, unleashing a barrage of powerful strokes that yielded 50 runs in the final three overs. Stone and Lister were both punished for sixes as the Falcons soared to a commanding total.The Outlaws' chase was doomed from the outset. Joe Clarke fell to Dupavillon's first delivery, and Alex Hales followed soon after. Young and Haynes were also dismissed cheaply, leaving the Outlaws reeling at 36 for 4.Whiteley continued his brilliance, trapping Tom Moores lbw and having Matt Montgomery caught at deep cover. Stone became his third victim, and the Falcons sealed a memorable victory with 20 balls remaining.