Will Jacks’ heroic 86 propels Surrey to a commanding 13-run victory over Essex in the Vitality Blast. Surrey secures the top spot and home quarter-final.
Will Jack’s blistering 86 propelled Surrey to a commanding 13-run victory over Essex, solidifying their position at the top of the Vitality Blast South Group and securing a home quarter-final.
Will Jacks fireworks, including five colossal sixes, formed the cornerstone of a crucial sixth-wicket partnership with Jordan Clark. Their 63-run stand, a new record against Essex, revived Surrey’s innings after a mid-order slump. The hosts ultimately posted a challenging total of 189 for 9.
Essex’s spin duo, Matt Critchley (2-22) and Simon Harmer (3-44) posed a significant threat, restricting Surrey’s momentum. However, a late surge from Jacks and Clark tilted the balance in Surrey’s favour.
Adam Rossington’s valiant 78, featuring five sixes, nearly orchestrated a remarkable Essex chase. His efforts kept hopes alive until the final overs but Surrey’s bowlers, led by Cameron Steel (2-26), successfully defended their total.
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Essex now face a must-win situation in their final group match against Hampshire to secure a quarter-final berth.
Contrasting fortunes marked Surrey’s innings. After a solid start, they suffered a collapse triggered by the spin twins, Critchley and Harmer. However, Jack’s counter-attack and the late-order contributions provided a platform for victory.
Ultimately, Jack’s explosive batting and Surrey’s disciplined bowling proved decisive in this thrilling contest.
After the victory, Will Jacks said,
It’s a tough place to come to and we were very pleased to come out with a victory. I’m really pleased with my performance. I had to stick it out while we lost a few wickets and then played to my strengths to see it out.
Surrey Cricket Reacted:
Cam Steel hits 11 from the final three balls as Surrey finish on 189/9.
Will Jacks was the star performer with the bat, scoring a brutal 86.
Essex will require 190 runs from 120 balls.
Cam Steel hits 11 from the final three balls as Surrey finish on 189/9.
Will Jacks was the star performer with the bat, scoring a brutal 86.
Essex will require 190 runs from 120 balls…
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