When the phrase “blink and you’ll miss it” was coined, surely no one had a Gregory-Dickson power combo in mind. The Somerset vs Middlesex showdown at Taunton wasn’t just cricket – it was a live-action fireworks display, and the bowlers? Just unwilling spectators.
Right from the toss, this match screamed run-feast. Middlesex piled on 229/5 — a total that would normally induce nervous laughter from the chasing side. But Somerset didn’t just chase it. They chased it like they were ordering fast food: quickly, confidently, and with extra sixes.
Middlesex Set the Bar High – Too High?
Let’s not downplay Middlesex’s innings. It was T20 cricket at its boldest. Leus du Plooy and the top-order played with freedom, laying down a mammoth target. Cornwell’s cameo with the ball may have included two wickets, but Somerset’s response showed no signs of intimidation.
In fact, the way Somerset’s batters treated the chase, one would think 230 was just another Tuesday.
Somerset’s Chase – A Masterclass in Controlled Mayhem
Dickson’s 76 off 38 was the cricket equivalent of slapping a bowling attack across the face with a velvet glove. Elegance with aggression, charm with brutality. His six 4s and five 6s were not just numbers — they were statements.
He took on Cornwell, Hollman, and even Gohar like he had a personal vendetta against flighted deliveries.
Lewis Gregory – Calm, Calculated Carnage
Lewis Gregory’s unbeaten 52 off 22 came with a strike rate that screamed, “I’m the captain now.” He steered the innings home after Dickson’s departure with late-over carnage: 14.3 to 15.6 was basically a cricketing highlight reel.
Let’s not forget the finishing act: a wide and a six off Cornwell in the 20th — how poetic.
188BET Angle – Somerset’s Chase Shocks the Bookies
Cricket punters on 188BET had their hearts in their mouths. Pre-match odds favored Middlesex slightly after posting 229, but live markets swung violently once Gregory and Dickson started the blitz. The “Over 440 runs in match” line got obliterated.
This game? A goldmine for anyone who had faith in Somerset’s late middle order.
Why This Match Matters (Even If You Just Like Big Numbers)
- Somerset chased down 230 in 19.2 overs – one of the highest chases in county T20s.
- Middlesex weren’t bad. Somerset were just better.
- The match was a shining example of modern cricket’s new motto: bigger, faster, louder.
This wasn’t just a win — it was a warning to other counties: underestimate Somerset at your own peril.
FAQs
Somerset chased down 229 to finish at 235/5 in 19.2 overs, winning by 5 wickets.
Sean Dickson (76 off 38) and Lewis Gregory (52 off 22)* stole the show with the bat.
Middlesex were favorites post-batting, but once Dickson hit form, live odds flipped dramatically in Somerset’s favor.
Yes — in county cricket, a chase of 230 is among the top tier for successful targets.
Zafar Gohar had a forgettable outing, conceding 64 in 4 overs without a wicket.
A total of 30 sixes flew over the ropes across both innings — a feast for fans, famine for fielders.
Conclusion: Somerset’s Message Is Loud and Clear
The Somerset vs Middlesex T20 wasn’t just another league match. It was an exhibition of power-hitting, strategy under pressure, and unshakable belief. Gregory’s calm finish and Dickson’s fiery blast are now folklore in Taunton.
If you blinked, you missed history.
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