Somerset Advances to Vitality Blast Finals

Somerset secured their spot in the Vitality Blast Finals Day by defeating Northamptonshire Steelbacks by 17 runs, with Tom Banton scoring a remarkable 75 off just 43 balls, including five sixes and six fours. He formed a crucial partnership of 125 runs with Tom Kohler-Cadmore, who contributed 63 runs, helping Somerset set a daunting total of 215 for three. Despite a spirited chase led by Northamptonshire's captain David Willey, who scored 57, they fell short, finishing at 198 for five. Somerset's Lewis Gregory played a key role with the ball, taking three wickets for 35 runs. This victory marks Somerset's third consecutive semi-final appearance in the tournament. The match showcased both impressive batting from Somerset and several fielding errors from the Steelbacks.