Middlesex advanced to their first List A final in 36 years following a two-wicket victory over Durham in the One-Day Cup semi-final at Radlett. The match saw Middlesex chase down Durham’s total of 254-7, with the hosts ultimately reaching 255-8 in 48.4 overs.
Middlesex faced significant challenges during their pursuit, slipping to 145-7 after 30 overs. The turning point came through a partnership between Luke Hollman and Tom Helm, who contributed 40 runs in an unbroken 79-run stand. Hollman delivered a List A best performance with an unbeaten 83, steering his team to victory despite Durham’s strong batting efforts earlier in the innings.
Durham’s batting lineup featured two significant contributions: Will Rhodes compiled 80 runs while Colin Ackermann remained unbeaten on 71. Ackermann’s presence also shaped the contest through his bowling, where he claimed three wickets, including the dismissal of Middlesex opener Nathan Fernandes for 44. Ben Stokes returned to Durham’s bowling attack in the final stages but managed only one wicket.
Middlesex’s bowling attack restricted Durham effectively. Hollman took 3-53 with two caught and bowled dismissals plus Rhodes’s scalp, while Naavya Sharma and Zafar Gohar each claimed two wickets to keep the target manageable. Middlesex will contest the final against Leicestershire at Trent Bridge on 20 September following the Foxes’ 23-run victory over Notts Outlaws in their semi-final.
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