Worcestershire Advance to One-Day Cup Final with 131-Run Semi Victory Over Somerset

Worcestershire Rapids secured a commanding 131-run victory over Somerset at New Road to advance to the Metro Bank One Day Cup final at Trent Bridge. Batting first, Worcestershire posted a total of 275 for 9, highlighted by Daniel Lategan's List A-best 78 and contributions from Brett D'Oliveira and Kashif Ali, while Somerset's Jack Leach delivered a disciplined bowling performance. Somerset's top order collapsed under pressure from Khurram Shahzad, who took 4 for 36, leaving them 108 for 7 before rain interrupted play, and they eventually were dismissed for 141. Strong bowling from Worcestershire, including Khurram Shahzad and Tom Taylor, ensured Somerset could not recover, despite James Rew's 47 runs. Worcestershire had earlier sealed top spot in Group A with key performances from Lategan, Libby, and Ali, and the team has effectively managed bowling workloads throughout the tournament to maintain strong form. The Rapids now prepare for the final after demonstrating consistent team depth and momentum gained from their successful white-ball campaign.