Middlesex secured their first List A final appearance since 1990 with a two-wicket victory over Durham in the One-Day Cup semi-final at Radlett. The dramatic chase saw Luke Hollman’s unbeaten 83 prove decisive as the hosts edged out their opponents in a tense contest.
Durham posted 255 runs in their innings, setting what appeared to be a challenging target. However, Middlesex’s batting lineup proved equal to the task, with Hollman steering his team through a successful pursuit of the total. His composed unbeaten innings guided the hosts across the line in a match that came down to the final moments.
Hollman’s Clinical Innings
Hollman’s 83 not out was the cornerstone of Middlesex’s successful chase, demonstrating the temperament required in a semi-final encounter. The batsman’s performance under pressure in the closing stages proved crucial to securing the two-wicket victory that sends Middlesex through to the final.
Final Awaits at Trent Bridge
The victory at Radlett guarantees Middlesex a place in the One-Day Cup final at Trent Bridge, where they will face Leicestershire. This represents a significant milestone for the club, ending a 36-year wait for a List A final appearance.
The semi-final featured contributions from several players in Middlesex’s batting effort, though Hollman’s unbeaten knock stood out as the defining performance. Tom Helm and Colin Ackermann featured in the chase, while Durham’s Ben Stokes, operating as an all-rounder, could not prevent his team’s elimination from the competition.